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Vegan Chocolate-Almond Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping

February 6, 2018 By Patricia 86 Comments

Vegan Chocolate-Almond Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping is a rich dessert that will be loved by anyone who is a chocolate fan. There is no stovetop involved to make this decadent dessert – but you will need the microwave for about 15 seconds. That’s not much time to wait for a fabulous treat! 

Vegan Chocolate-Almond Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping is a fun and rich treat. If you love chocolate, you'll love this vegan chocolate mousse!

My Sweets for Your Sweet Week is moving forward with this easy-to-make mousse as we head toward Valentine’s Day. You’re really going to want to get your hands on (and spoons in) this dessert!

Did you miss my first Sweets for Your Sweet recipe? Be sure to check it out: Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies.

This mousse is so easy to make (I am not exaggerating), you’ll have plenty of time to make your sweetie a Valentine’s Day card.

If you’re looking for a vegan dessert that doesn’t include chocolate, try my Mini Lime Cupcakes with Tequila Buttercream! They’re so pretty and super festive.

Vegan Chocolate-Almond Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping is a treat every chocolate lover will enjoy! This vegan chocolate mousse is so dreamy and tasty!

Growing up, whenever the family would visit my grandparents, my grandpa always handed out Hershey’s Milk Chocolate with Almonds candy bars. I loved those candy bars, and to this day, they still remind me of him.

Vegan Chocolate-Almond Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping makes a fun dessert. This vegan chocolate mousse is delicious and easy to make.

This Vegan Chocolate-Almond Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping brings back memories of those candy bars, with its smooth, rich chocolate combined with the flavor of almonds. This mousse is indulgent and chocoholics will surely enjoy it. 

Vegan Chocolate-Almond Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping is a dessert that is super dreamy. You'll love this vegan chocolate mousse!

I made the whipped topping (also extra easy to make) with coconut milk and vegan confectioners’ sugar. Keep in mind that to make the topping, you must use the full-fat version of coconut milk, and you must refrigerate it in the can overnight.

This will cause the milk to separate and form a solid layer that hovers at the top of the can. You’ll scoop out the solid and use it to make the whipped topping.

You’ll be amazed by how easy it is to make Vegan Chocolate-Almond Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping, and even more so with how delicious it is. No exaggeration.

Get your goodie on with this Sweets for Your Sweet treat!

Vegan Chocolate Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping is delightful dessert. You'll love this vegan chocolate mousse for a delightful treat! 

Patricia Conte/Grab a Plate

Yields Serves 4

Vegan Chocolate-Almond Mousse with Coconut Whipped Topping
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Ingredients

    For the mousse:
  • 1 (12.3-ounce) package of soft or silken tofu, drained
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/3-1/2 cup coconut milk (or other non-dairy milk)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract, more or less to taste
  • 2-3 tablespoons agave nectar, more or less to taste
  • 1/4 cup dairy-free semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • For the whipped topping:
  • 1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk, refrigerated overnight
  • 1/3 cup vegan confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

    For the mousse:
  1. Add the cocoa powder to a bowl and, a little at a time, add the coconut milk, whisking until smooth.
  2. Add the tofu to a blender or food processor, along with the cocoa mixture, almond extract, and agave nectar. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
  4. Add the chocolate chips and vegetable oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 10-second increments, until the chips have melted. Stir to combine.
  5. Fold the melted chocolate chips into the blended mixture and mix to combine.
  6. Transfer the mixture to serving bowls or glasses and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  7. Remove and serve topped with the whipped topping, garnished with toasted almond slivers or coconut flakes and chocolate shavings.
  8. For the whipped topping:
  9. Place a (13.5-ounce) can of full-fat coconut milk in the refrigerator overnight.
  10. Carefully scoop out the solid portion from the top of the can and add it to a bowl. Reserve the milk for another use.
  11. Add the confectioners’ sugar to the coconut milk solid, and beat with a blender until it is smooth and begins to stiffen and resemble whipped topping.
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Comments

  1. Elena says

    February 12, 2015 at 10:35 am

    This mousse looks so creamy and delicious! I love almond flavor :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 5:01 pm

      Thank you, Elena! It's definitely creamy! Thanks for popping over!
      Reply
  2. Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads says

    February 12, 2015 at 3:35 pm

    This sounds like a great vegan recipe! I will have to share it with my best friend, who is vegan! Thanks!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 5:00 pm

      Thanks, Sheena! That's great - I hope your best friend makes it and shares with you :)
      Reply
  3. Janette@culinaryginger says

    February 12, 2015 at 3:44 pm

    This looks and sounds delicious, I've always wanted to try a vegan mousse and now I have a great recipe.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:59 pm

      Hi Janette! Thanks so much. I do hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  4. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:07 pm

    This looks soooooo good! I always work with tofu but never have tried the silken stuff. I am totally doing this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:59 pm

      Hi Kacey! Thanks so much! I can't wait to hear if you try this and what you think!
      Reply
  5. Amanda @ Cookie Named Desire says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:20 pm

    This sounds amazing - and certainly more tasty than just a regular ol' Hershey's chocolate bar (even though they ARE pretty awesome). I love how easy it is to put together. I might not be able to wait until Valentine's Day to try this out!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:59 pm

      Hi Amanda! Thanks for stopping by! I hope you give this recipe a go - very easy (and delicious)!
      Reply
  6. Alisa Fleming says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:29 pm

    This looks divine! I love desserts like this - simple, clean, and so chocolaty!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:58 pm

      Hi Alisa - thanks so much! Yes, this is quite easy (and delicious)!
      Reply
  7. Cookin Canuck says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:43 pm

    I've wanted to try making vegan chocolate mousse for awhile now, and I think the time has come. And it has to be topped with that awesome coconut whipped topping!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:58 pm

      I hope you give this a try and enjoy it! It's really easy to make. Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  8. Linda (Meal Planning Maven) says

    February 12, 2015 at 5:36 pm

    What a lovely Valentine's dessert...and so healthy too!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:57 pm

      Thanks, Linda! Yes, there is the healthy component that is a happy thing!
      Reply
  9. Kecia says

    February 12, 2015 at 6:37 pm

    This looks absolutely amazing Patricia... I love the coconut topping!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:57 pm

      Thanks, Kecia. I'm still snacking on the leftovers :)
      Reply
  10. Linda @ForkandForage says

    February 12, 2015 at 7:10 pm

    Wow Patricia, this looks so silky smooth and divine.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:56 pm

      Thanks very much, Linda!
      Reply
  11. Nicole Neverman says

    February 12, 2015 at 7:50 pm

    This mousse looks really delicious! I love the idea of using the tofu!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:56 pm

      Thanks so much, Nicole! Yes, I loved using tofu for this!
      Reply
  12. Melanie | Melanie Makes says

    February 12, 2015 at 9:14 pm

    I absolutely love vegan chocolate desserts as they tend to taste so much richer than they usually do. Can't wait to give this gorgeous mousse a try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:56 pm

      Thank you, Melanie! This is definitely rich. I hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  13. Debi @ Life Currents says

    February 12, 2015 at 9:18 pm

    This looks awesome! I love these tofu based desserts, but haven't made one in years. Maybe I need to try it again with your recipe. And, I've never tried the coconut whipped topping, but totally need to! This looks so good!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:55 pm

      Thanks, Debi! I really like this one -- a keeper! And the whipped topping couldn't be easier (although you do need to plan a bit for the refrigeration-factor)!
      Reply
  14. Kristina says

    February 12, 2015 at 10:23 pm

    beautiful photos! it has been a while since I have enjoyed a good chocolate mousse, this definitely has be craving some...
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:54 pm

      Thanks so much, Kristina! This is really thick and chocolaty. I love it!
      Reply
  15. amanda @ fake ginger says

    February 12, 2015 at 11:49 pm

    This looks unbelievable! I can't believe it's vegan!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:53 pm

      Thanks, Amanda! It's super rich and chocolaty! I loved using the tofu for this!
      Reply
  16. Beth says

    February 13, 2015 at 12:08 am

    I am craving this now, YUM!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:52 pm

      It's easy enough to make to quickly satisfy a craving ;) Thanks, Beth!
      Reply
  17. Healing Tomato says

    February 13, 2015 at 12:49 am

    This dessert looks so good! I can't believe how great the coconut whipped cream looks. I just can't wait to try it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:52 pm

      Thank you! It's super-rich (which hits my sweet tooth perfectly)! Hope you give it a try and enjoy it!
      Reply
  18. Yvonne says

    February 13, 2015 at 3:05 am

    That memory you shared about your grandpa is precious. And I love that you also called your grandfather "grandpa" as did I with mine. Funny your memory is of chocolate...mine is of kohlrabi, as that vegetable was prolific in his garden & he would offer me one whenever they were ready. I would eat them raw like apples, snacking on them as I skipped back home. (He lived on the street below, not an hour away!)I don't find that vegetable very often-but when I do, I think of him.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:50 pm

      Thanks, Yvonne - I still love those candy bars! Now kohlrabi -- that's quite a memory, too! I'm not sure I've had it, but will now be on the lookout :)
      Reply
  19. Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says

    February 13, 2015 at 6:11 am

    This looks fantastic. I've been craving mousses and puddings, but have yet to find one I think I can handle eating with my dietary needs. This one looks like a real possibility. Very exciting.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:48 pm

      That *is* exciting, Michelle! Hope you can give this one a try and enjoy it! Thanks!
      Reply
  20. Brandon @ Kitchen Konfidence says

    February 13, 2015 at 2:57 pm

    Mmmm, I'd love to dig into this! Looks so creamy and delicious.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2015 at 4:48 pm

      They really are super-creamy! Thanks, Brandon!
      Reply
  21. Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says

    February 13, 2015 at 5:02 pm

    Oh, wow! This is stunning! It looks so wonderfully creamy-dreamy ... I just want to grab a spoon and dive in! And vegan, too? Outstanding! Tofu is such a surprisingly great ingredient for creamy dishes like this one - brilliant! :D
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 14, 2015 at 3:41 pm

      Hi Shelley! Thanks so much! I love how the tofu adds the creaminess - thanks for popping over!
      Reply
  22. Fabiola@notjustbaked says

    February 13, 2015 at 6:38 pm

    i love this recipe so much! Can't wait to make it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 14, 2015 at 3:40 pm

      Hi Fabiola - that's great to hear! Hope you try it and like it!
      Reply
  23. Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector) says

    February 13, 2015 at 9:34 pm

    I've never had tofu before, but I would so try it this way! That looks delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 14, 2015 at 3:39 pm

      Hi Jaren! I was so pleasantly surprised by how the tofu works in this recipe! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  24. Anita says

    February 14, 2015 at 5:51 am

    The texture looks amazing! Great job making this dessert vegan!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 14, 2015 at 3:38 pm

      Hi Anita - thanks so very much!
      Reply
  25. Connie @ Sprig and Flours says

    February 15, 2015 at 6:12 pm

    I have wonderful memories of my grandparents giving me chocolate and other sweets as well. Those treats will always remind me of them. I love that this recipe was inspired by your grandpa. I also love simple desserts, so I'll be saving this for when I need a quick and decadent chocolate fix.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 15, 2015 at 11:00 pm

      Hi Connie - I cherish those memories, and it sounds like you do, too! Thanks so much for stopping by. I hope you give this recipe a try and enjoy it!
      Reply
  26. Andi @ The Weary Chef says

    February 16, 2015 at 9:42 pm

    This looks so rich and delicious. I can't believe it's made with tofu!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 17, 2015 at 3:30 pm

      Hi Andi! I know! It's really rich and tasty - thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  27. Mimi says

    February 7, 2018 at 10:28 am

    Wow actually I was looking for a chocolate mousse recipe today and this sounds so good!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:54 pm

      Oh, wow! Great timing! Hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  28. Katie says

    February 7, 2018 at 12:41 pm

    Looks like a great and tasty recipe. I'm not vegan but I see the value and will have to save this to try some time. :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:53 pm

      Thanks, Katie! Neither am I, but I do like to try some different dishes like this once in a while (and for friends who are vegan)! Enjoy!
      Reply
  29. MarciaF says

    February 7, 2018 at 1:23 pm

    How delicious. I don't follow a vegan diet but I have friends that do so this would be great for them.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:53 pm

      Thanks, Marcia! I don't either, but I like to try different things like this once in a while! I hope you make it, and you and your friends enjoy!
      Reply
  30. Keating says

    February 7, 2018 at 2:51 pm

    This looks absolutely amazing! I might have to make this tonight. I've been craving something sweet all week! haha
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:52 pm

      It's really easy to make! Hope you try it and satisfy that craving
      Reply
  31. Kelsie says

    February 7, 2018 at 4:23 pm

    YUM! OMG i am saving this for sure!1 I am trying out a lot of vegan recipes lately!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:52 pm

      Oh, that's cool, Kelsie! Thanks so much!
      Reply
  32. Jen says

    February 7, 2018 at 5:04 pm

    My house is full of chocoholics so this will definitely be a hit!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:52 pm

      Oh, for sure! I hope you try it and everyone enjoys!
      Reply
  33. Sabrina says

    February 7, 2018 at 5:05 pm

    Looks like such a decadent dessert! Such a great idea to use tofu!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:50 pm

      It really is! Thanks so much, Sabrina!
      Reply
  34. Jane Davidson | Typically Jane says

    February 7, 2018 at 5:48 pm

    Have this pinned and saved for Valentine's Day! This is going to be amaaaaazing! I can't wait to make it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:50 pm

      Oh, awesome, Jane! Hope you like it!
      Reply
  35. Des says

    February 7, 2018 at 7:21 pm

    A vegan chocolate lovers dream come true. Amazing recipe.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:50 pm

      Thanks, Des!
      Reply
  36. Liz says

    February 7, 2018 at 9:50 pm

    Oh my goodness this looks divine! I haven't seen a vegan chocolate mousse recipe before - I'll have to make this asap yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:49 pm

      Thanks, Liz! Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  37. Gabrielle Reese says

    February 7, 2018 at 10:05 pm

    Wow. I am not big fan of tofu but i would love to try this!!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:49 pm

      I hope you give it a go -- you can't even tell there is tofu involved!
      Reply
  38. Jacque Hastert says

    February 8, 2018 at 4:36 am

    Saving this one for later. Love that it is vegan.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:49 pm

      Thanks so much, Jacque! Enjoy!
      Reply
  39. Abeer says

    February 8, 2018 at 4:37 am

    Chocolate mousse is our family favorite! I will try your vegan version!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:48 pm

      Thanks, Abeer! That's awesome -- hope you all enjoy!
      Reply
  40. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    February 8, 2018 at 7:45 am

    Looks so tasty! I can't wait to try this mousse!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:48 pm

      Thank you, Erin!
      Reply
  41. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    February 8, 2018 at 7:56 am

    This mousse is mouth watering! Love this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:47 pm

      Thanks, Erin! It's yummy!
      Reply
  42. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    February 8, 2018 at 11:52 am

    I am loving this healthy chocolate dessert idea! Looks absolutely delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:47 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Anna!
      Reply
  43. Sandra | A Dash of Sanity says

    February 13, 2018 at 4:21 am

    This looks AHH-mazing! I would love to try this for Valentine's Day dessert!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:34 pm

      Thanks so much!
      Reply

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