High-Protein Chocolate Date Mousse
High-Protein Chocolate Date Mousse
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup plant-based milk, (such as almond or soy)
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ice cubes
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1/2 cup fresh berries
- 2 tablespoons shaved dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts
Instructions
- 1
Place the pitted Medjool dates in a heatproof bowl. Pour enough hot water over them to cover completely. Let them soak for 5-10 minutes to soften. Drain well.
⏱️ 10 min
- 2
In a high-speed blender, combine the softened dates, unsweetened cocoa powder, plant-based milk, vanilla protein powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed. This may take 2-3 minutes.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Add the ice cubes to the blender. Blend again until the ice is fully incorporated and the mousse is thick, airy, and cold. This step helps create the mousse-like texture.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Divide the chocolate date mousse among four serving dishes or glasses.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Cover the dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set and chill thoroughly. This will further enhance its texture.
⏱️ 120 min
- 7
Before serving, garnish with fresh berries, shaved dark chocolate, or chopped nuts, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
High-Protein Chocolate Date Mousse
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup plant-based milk, (such as almond or soy)
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ice cubes
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1/2 cup fresh berries
- 2 tablespoons shaved dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts
Instructions
- 1
Place the pitted Medjool dates in a heatproof bowl. Pour enough hot water over them to cover completely. Let them soak for 5-10 minutes to soften. Drain well.
⏱️ 10 min - 2
In a high-speed blender, combine the softened dates, unsweetened cocoa powder, plant-based milk, vanilla protein powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed. This may take 2-3 minutes.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Add the ice cubes to the blender. Blend again until the ice is fully incorporated and the mousse is thick, airy, and cold. This step helps create the mousse-like texture.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Divide the chocolate date mousse among four serving dishes or glasses.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Cover the dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set and chill thoroughly. This will further enhance its texture.
⏱️ 120 min - 7
Before serving, garnish with fresh berries, shaved dark chocolate, or chopped nuts, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min