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Healthy cauliflower chocolate mousse in a small ramekin, close-up view
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Cauliflower Chocolate Mousse

Creamy, dairy-free cauliflower chocolate mousse that tastes like chocolate pudding. Healthy, kid-approved, and easy to make. Chill 2–4 hours for perfect texture.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked cauliflower florets steamed or boiled
  • 1 cup full fat coconut cream chilled and solids only
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
  • ½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons almond milk
  • ⅛ cup cacao powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Steam or boil the cauliflower until very soft. Drain well and allow to cool slightly.
  • Add the dairy-free chocolate chips and almond milk to a heat-safe bowl. Melt gently using a double boiler or short microwave intervals, stirring often so the chocolate does not burn.
  • Scoop only the solid portion of the chilled coconut cream into a high-speed blender. Discard or save the liquid for another use.
  • Add the cooked cauliflower, melted chocolate, maple syrup or honey, cacao powder, vanilla extract, and salt to the blender.
  • Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed using a silicone spatula.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  • Transfer to serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably 4 hours, until fully set.

Notes

This mixture will be very liquid when first blended. This is normal. It must chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, but 4 hours is ideal for a thick, scoopable mousse texture.
A high-speed blender is essential. Using a lower-powered blender can result in a chunky or grainy texture that will not smooth out, even after chilling.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.