Skill Level: Beginner
Total Time: 20 minutes +
Total Time: 20 minutes +
Ingredients
- 8 oz. Bittersweet chocolate chips or chunks, approximately 1 cup
- 1 cup 100% pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp. Pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup Full fat canned coconut milk
- 1/8th tsp. Ground cinnamon, optional
- ½ tsp. Ginger, fresh and finely minced (optional)
- 1/8th tsp. Salt
Instructions
- Melt chocolate by following a double boil process (be sure to use a medium to large mixing stainless steel bowl on top of the pot of boiling water. This tempers the chocolate without burning it. Stir occasionally.
- Once chocolate has melted, whisk in remaining ingredients until everything is very smooth.
- Taste to preference. Feel free to add 1-2 T. of maple syrup, a pinch of cayenne pepper or anything else that adds flavor.
- Place well combined mixture, covered, into the fridge to set up overnight.
- Enjoy with whipped cream or toasted pecans on top.
Notes
Servings: 8-10
Serving Size: ¼ cup Nutrition Information: Pumpkin is high in beta-carotene, the active form of vitamin A, which has been linked to cellular repair and eye health. In addition, this mousse contains minimal added sugar and packs a lot of flavor. Gluten-free, tree nut free.
Serving Size: ¼ cup Nutrition Information: Pumpkin is high in beta-carotene, the active form of vitamin A, which has been linked to cellular repair and eye health. In addition, this mousse contains minimal added sugar and packs a lot of flavor. Gluten-free, tree nut free.