Silken Tofu Mousse

Try this gluten-free chocolate vegan dessert!

Ingredients:

For the cherries (optional):

250 g fresh cherries

5 tablespoons maple syrup

2 tablespoons brown sugar

For the mousse:

700 g soft silken tofu (drain excess liquid)

350 g dark chocolate, chopped

5 tablespoons brown sugar

Directions:

1. Prepare the cherries (you can omit the cherries for this vegan dessert): remove the pits from the cherries, then place them in a saucepan with the maple syrup and sugar. Heat for a couple of minutes until the cherries soften.

2. Then place the cherries in a colander over a large bowl and let the excess liquid drain.

3. Meanwhile, melt the chopped chocolate (in a bowl over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave).

4. Place the drained tofu, melted chocolate, and brown sugar (optional) in a food processor or high-speed blender and blend until smooth.

5. Use a rubber spatula to transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add the cherries (if using) and mix. Set aside a few cherries to use later to decorate the dessert.

6. Spoon the mixture into glasses or jars.

7. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. For a firmer texture, refrigerate for 3 hours or more (or overnight).

8. Serve with (vegan) whipped cream. Enjoy!

Yield: 6 servings

Recipe: wholefoodsoulfoodkitchen.com