Mousse au Chocolat with Almond Crust
This mousse au chocolat with almond crust is a decadent and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The almond crust is made with almond flour, cocoa powder, coconut oil, and almond milk, and it is pressed into the bottom of a springform pan. The chocolate mousse is made with semisweet chocolate chips, coconut cream, vanilla extract, and sea salt, and it is poured over the almond crust. The mousse is then refrigerated for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before slicing and serving.
Mousse au chocolat is a classic French dessert that is made with whipped cream and chocolate. The earliest known recipe for mousse au chocolat dates back to the 18th century, and it has been a popular dessert ever since. There are many different variations of mousse au chocolat, but the basic ingredients are always the same: chocolate, cream, and eggs. In this recipe, we have used almond flour, coconut oil, and almond milk to create a vegan and gluten-free version of the classic dessert.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup coconut cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, coconut oil, and almond milk. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Place the chocolate chips, coconut cream, vanilla extract, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the chocolate chips are melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Pour the chocolate mixture over the almond crust. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  4. Slice and serve.
Why It Works
  • The almond flour and cocoa powder in the crust give it a rich and nutty flavor.
  • The coconut oil in the crust helps to keep it moist and tender.
  • The almond milk in the crust adds a touch of sweetness and creaminess.
  • The semisweet chocolate chips in the mousse give it a rich and decadent flavor.
  • The coconut cream in the mousse helps to make it smooth and creamy.
  • The vanilla extract in the mousse adds a touch of sweetness and flavor.
  • The sea salt in the mousse helps to balance out the sweetness of the chocolate.