Pumpkin Cacao Mousse
Prep Time
5 minutes (plus, optional 1 hour for soaking cashews)
Prep Notes
Decadent and nutrient dense, this vegan dessert is THE autumn crowd pleaser. Developed for my desire to have “sweet treat” without added sugar, it is not only satisfying but the plant based fiber and healthy fats are filling! Evening over!
Yields
2 serving
Ingredients
1/2 cup raw cashews (soak in water for at least 1 hour, then drain)
3/4-1 cup almond/cashew/oat/soy unsweetened milk
1/2 cup pumpkin puree (NOT to be confused with pumpkin pie filling)
Sub 1/2 cup sweet potato puree if no pumpkin
1 T chia seed
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp cacao powder
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 pinch sea or kosher salt
Optional: New to no-sugar added desserts? Add 1T maple syrup, a gentle sweetener.
Directions
Blend all ingredients in a good quality blender on high speed until smooth. Place even amounts in two glasses or bowls. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Top with 1 T Chia Leah Maple & Olive Oil Quinoa Sprinkle for a crunchy boost of nutrition!
Make it into a breakfast smoothie! Half the cashews, double the milk and add 1 scoop of protein powder, add ice! (2 servings)
