Raspberry Chocolate Mousse

By Jamie
June 22, 2015

 

Raspberry chocolate mousse, dairy and refined sugar free via: The Herbal Spoon

I will admit that I’m a no holes barred chocolate person. If it’s made with chocolate, I’ll eat it. Except for maybe these chocolate cricket cookies. I don’t care if they’re high in protein, I’ll pass for now thank you.

What makes chocolate so appealing?

So why do we love chocolate so much? I experienced a major decrease in my chocolate cravings once I started to supplement with this magnesium, a mineral that the majority of Americans are deficient in. Many issues can be caused by a magnesium deficiency, like body odor, brain fog and low energy (source).  It just so happens that chocolate is high in magnesium, so a strong craving signals a deficiency.

I probably don’t have to tell you that most desserts out there are loaded with unhealthy sugar, trans fat, refined flours, high fructose corn syrup, and the list goes on and on. Even organic desserts aren’t the healthiest options because they are lacking in nutrition, something that’s increasingly harder to find in our modern foods.

This mousse recipe however is not only free of the bad stuff, but it boasts a nutritionally dense ingredient list. My 3 year old LOVES eating it, and I actually feel good about letting him chow down on some (within reason of course). It’s still high in natural sugars, so I don’t let him eat his body weight in it or anything.

Healthy fat keeps you thin

The popularity of avocados has skyrocketed in the past few years and for good reason. They’re full of healthy, satiating fats that improve skin and help regulate hormones. They contain roughly 37% of your daily dietary fiber intake. They’re also really high in potassium, magnesium, the B vitamins, vitamin C and vitamin K. (source)

Coconut milk is high in medium chain fatty acids, or MCFA, that actually help you shed pounds and stay in shape. As a bonus, just 1 can contains about ½ your needed iron, 1/3 of your magnesium, copper and phosporous and all of your daily manganese among other minerals. (source)

Why raw is better

Raw cacao powder is naturally less processed than regular cocoa powder. Since the beans aren’t heated, more of the nutrition remains intact. It’s also high in necessary minerals like magnesium, calcium, potassium and seleium. (source)

This recipe uses raw honey, which is good for everything from treating burns and infections to sweetening up superfood vanilla latte’s. My favorite caramel recipe is also made with honey instead of refined sugar. You can read about the other amazing healing and nutritional benefits of raw honey here. (source)

Raspberry chocolate mousse, dairy and refined sugar free via: The Herbal Spoon

Raspberry Chocolate Mousse

So now that you know why this recipe is so good for you (or maybe you’ve just scrolled down to the recipe because you simply want the chocolate deliciousness right now), here’s the recipe. I’ve found that this tastes good a few hours after it’s chilled, but it tastes absolutely amazing after 1 ½ to 2 days. This lets the flavors really meld together for a smooth and flavorful dessert. Affiliate links below.

Raspberry chocolate mousse ingredients

  • 1 very ripe avocado
  • 1/3 cup cacao powder – get it here
  • 1 can full fat coconut milk – get it here
  • 1 and ½ tsp vanilla extract – get it here
  • 3 Tbsps raw honey – get it here
  • Pinch of unrefined sea salt – get it here
  • ½ cup raspberries (strawberries can be substituted

Raspberry chocolate mousse directions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.
  2. Pour into individual serving cups or small mason jars.
  3. Refrigerate at least 3 hours, but preferrably 36 hours before serving.
  4. Top with a generous layer of berries. Yields about 2.5 cups.

 

 

 

 

Shared at: Mama Moments, Let’s Get Real

(Visited 3,132 times, 1 visits today)

Join the Conversation

  1. Hi Jamie,
    This looks so tempting and love the ingredients – Chocolate Raspberry Mousse – who wouldn’t love it. Just a FYI I make sure that I take a good Magnesium supplement every day because I know how important it to our bodies. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned

  2. This sounds fantastic! I love healthy treats in every form but chocolate is always the best 😉 Thanks so much for sharing on the Healthy Living Link Party!

  3. Hi Jamie,
    Just a note to let you know that I have chosen your post as one of my features for this weeks Real Food Fridays blog hop that goes live every Thursday @ 7pm EST. Thank you for sharing your information and being part of Real Food Fridays mission to make this world a little healthier each week.

  4. Oh my goodness, this sounds amazing! I’m definitely going to have to be giving this a try. 🙂 Thank you for sharing it at Savoring Saturdays! Hope to see you back this weekend! 🙂

  5. Jamie, found you on Real Food Fridays–this looks amazing! Do you think I can substitute another plant-based milk for the coconut milk? This recipe looks out-of-control good. 😀

    1. jamie Author says:

      The coconut milk is really essential here since it’s thicker, richer and much higher in fat than other pant based milks. You could try almond or cashew, but it wouldn’t be as thick and just taste different.

  6. Hello there! This mousse looks delightful and with a healthy spin on it, you got me! I must give this one a try and also make this for my boys. I have one very picky child and if I can hide the healthy stuff in something like this, I’m sure he will eat it!

    Thank you so much for sharing.

    Have a blessed day!
    Amy

  7. There’s nothing better than dessert…especially when it’s a healthier version of one! I will definitely have to try this recipe, along with your caramel recipe, as it seems easy enough for a kitchen newbie like myself! I’m already salivating at the thought 🙂

  8. Wow, this looks so good and not too hard to make. Thanks for the recipe!

  9. What a great and healthy option recipe! We are also no-holes barred chocolate lovers so we can’t wait to try it. Thank you for sharing it on the Art of Home-Making Mondays at Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth! 🙂

  10. This looks both amazing and healthy. I’m gluten free and the hubby is diabetic, so I’m always on the lookout for a great treat that fits both our dietary needs. Thanks!

  11. Wow, this sounds amazing, and healthy too! I love the all-natural ingredients! Thanks for sharing this yummy dessert at the #ManicMondays blog hop!

  12. I have recently found the creaminess of avocados. This sounds filling and delicious. Thanks for sharing at Let’s Get Real Party.

  13. Good morning Jamie! Just a little note to let you know that we have * featured * this tasty looking post today on the Art of Home-Making Mondays at Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth! 🙂

  14. Hi, I’m visiting from The Art of Home-Making Mondays. Your recipe has me droolin’ for a bowl of that delicious looking mousse. I commend you on the choice of healthy ingredients, And thank you for sharing the recipe.

  15. Delicious. We all enjoyed this. I may tried using frozen cherries next time. Actually, I was pretty lackadaisical with the measuring and it was great

  16. I love the idea of using healthy raw desserts. This sounds yummy! Thank you for sharing your healthy and delicious Raspberry Chocolate Mousse with us at the Healthy Living Link Party! I’m pinning and sharing! All the best, Deborah

  17. This looks really good, and I bet my kids would love it. Pinning!

    Thanks for sharing on the Homestead Blog Hop.

  18. This looks so rich and delicious!

  19. I’ve made a similar mousse before using avocadoes, dates and cacao, but your mousse really bumps it up a level! And, I had no idea coconut milk was so nutritious – 50% of the RDA of iron in just 1 can of coconut milk? Is that right? That definitely gives me a reason to use coconut milk on a regular basis!

  20. Hi Jamie – This looks fantastic. Thanks so much for sharing with the Let’s Get Real party.

  21. This sounds so good! I love the RASPBERRY chocolate combo! Thank you for sharing this with us at Savoring Saturdays linky party. Hope you’lll join us again.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Close
The Herbal Spoon © Copyright 2022. All rights reserved.
Close