Name: Chocolate Chia Mousse
Prep time: 21 min
Cook time: 49 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 0.5 cup chia seeds (black or white seeds); 2 cup oat milk (unsweetened); 0.5 cup coconut cream (scooped from top of chilled full-fat can); 0.33 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened); 0.25 cup maple syrup (pure syrup); 1 tsp ground espresso powder (optional enhancer); 1 tsp vanilla extract (pure extract); 1 handful coconut whipped cream (for topping); 1 handful fresh fruit (berries or sliced fruit); 1 tbsp dark chocolate (shaved or chopped)

Chocolate Chia Mousse

This decadent Chocolate Chia Mousse is a velvety, air-light treat that is 100% vegan and gluten-free. By blending the ingredients, you achieve a creamy consistency far superior to standard chia pudding. Packed with healthy fats and antioxidants, it serves as a nutrient-dense breakfast or a rich dessert that will satisfy any chocolate craving without refined sugars.

Instructions

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1

In a bowl, combine chia seeds (0.5 cup) and oat milk (2 cups). Stir well and rest for 5 minutes, then whisk again to prevent any clumping.
2

Add the soaked chia mixture to a high-powered blender along with coconut cream (0.5 cup), cocoa powder (0.33 cup), maple syrup (0.25 cup), ground espresso powder (1 tsp), and vanilla extract (1 tsp).
3

Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth, thick, and velvety.
4

Transfer the mousse into jars and refrigerate for 60 minutes until fully set.
5

Serve the mousse chilled, topped with coconut whipped cream (1 handful), fresh fruit (1 handful), and dark chocolate (1 tbsp).