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Ultra-Rich Vegan Dark Chocolate-Mint Mousse {GF}

Ultra-Rich Vegan Dark Chocolate-Mint Mousse - extra-thick and silky dark chocolate mousse with a touch of fresh mint flavor - made with healthier ingredients for all the indulgence with less guilt! {gluten-free}| www.brighteyedbaker.com
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Extra-thick & silky dark chocolate mousse with a touch of fresh mint flavor - made with healthier ingredients for all the indulgence with less guilt!

  • Yield: 3-4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 sprigs of fresh mint (I used chocolate mint)
  • 4 1/2 ounces (3/8 cup) agave syrup
  • 1 3/4 ounces (1/2 cup) dutch-process cocoa, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons coffee
  • 1/8 teaspoon coarse sea salt
  • 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • whipped cream for serving (not vegan, optional)*
  • mint leaves, for garnish
  • chocolate shavings, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place coconut milk and mint sprigs in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Scoop out mint and reduce to a simmer. Add agave, cocoa, coffee, and sea salt and mix in until smooth. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, whisking frequently; the mixture should thicken, but will thicken much more as it cools.
  2. Remove mixture from heat and add chocolate, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Whisk until smooth. Let cool to room temperature, whisking often to smooth out.
  3. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.** Whisk again before serving. Serve with whipped cream if desired (non-vegan), fresh mint, and chocolate shavings.

Notes

*For even better flavor, serve with freshly whipped cream flavored with a bit of peppermint extract. Coconut whipped cream could be substituted for a vegan option.

**After sitting in the fridge for more than a few hours the mousse will become very thick; for a more fluid, pudding-like consistancy, serve after chilling for just an hour or two.