Coconut Milk Chocolate Mousse Recipe: Dairy-Free & Paleo (2024)

FAQs

Is coconut milk allowed on paleo? ›

So we know it is good for us but is it Paleo? The good news is that even though coconut milk is essentially 'man made', it is still made from only the coconut and this makes it Paleo appropriate.

Like other coconut products, it may provide health benefits, although more research is necessary to confirm this. Consuming moderate amounts of coconut milk may help lower cholesterol and promote weight loss. The antioxidants it contains may also help protect the body from health issues.

This recipe only calls for only 3 main ingredients – tofu, dark chocolate and maple syrup! The darker the chocolate you use the more intense your mousse will taste. Make sure to choose a chocolate that you like the taste of, as it will be the main flavour of this mousse.

At its most basic, traditional mousse starts with a base similar to pudding, minus the cornstarch, to which beaten cream or beaten egg whites are folded in. There are also a variety of non-traditional versions of mousse that are vegan, dairy-free, and have swapped the traditional ingredients to be healthier.

You can use almond, cashew, or oat milk in place of coconut milk and your Golden Milk will taste great. The one change I would make is to use 3¾ cups of the alternative milk and not add the 2 cups of water—there's no need to dilute it like full-fat coconut milk.

Coconut milk is a perfect vegan heavy cream alternative, but it's also perfect for people who adhere to paleo, gluten-free, or keto diets. Coconut milk has the same thick consistency of heavy cream, but without the dairy. For the best results, make sure to use full-fat coconut milk and shake the can before opening it.

You May Decrease Inflammation

Franklyn relays that coconut milk may help decrease inflammation in the body because it contains lauric acid, a medium-chain fatty acid. Lauric acid is found in even larger quantities in coconut oil. According to research, lauric acid has demonstrated anti-inflammatory effects.

Canned Coconut Milk vs Carton

Carton coconut milk is much thinner and more diluted, making it better suited for drinking rather than cooking. If you're looking for an alternative to drinking dairy products, coconut milk in a carton is the way to go.

The healthiest milk alternative is soy milk because it's nutritionally comparable to dairy milk, says registered dietitian Jamie Nadeau. Dairy milk is an important source of protein, calcium, vitamin D and other nutrients. It contains 8 grams of protein per cup while soy milk contains just over 6 grams per cup.

Try adding a small amount of cornstarch to a little water, and add it to the mousse a little at a time and see how it thickens the texture. You can also beat some egg yolks in a separate bowl over low heat until they increase in volume and slowly add them to the mousse mixture.

Why is my vegan chocolate mousse grainy? ›

Why is my vegan mousse grainy? This could be due to clumps of starch not being fully mixed into the mousse. It's best to mix the starch with a little bit of the liquid before mixing it into the pot.

Dark Chocolate

If you're dealing with a milk allergy, some safe brands I recommend are That's It, Pascha, No Whey Foods, Free2B, Amanda's Own, and Enjoy Life. Be sure to check with the companies directly before purchasing to ensure that their products are safe for you.

Milk and cornstarch

To replace 1 cup (237 mL) of heavy cream in your recipe, add 2 tablespoons (19 grams) of cornstarch to 1 cup (237 mL) of milk and stir, allowing the mixture to thicken. You can use whole milk or opt for skim milk to help slash the calories and fat content of your recipe.

Four basic components of a Mousse

Mousse is a light and airy dessert made with eggs, sugar, heavy cream, and flavoring. All mousses have four basic components: aerated egg yolks, whipped egg whites, whipped cream, and a flavoring base.

Pudding is meant to be thick, soft, and silky, and is, therefore, a lot less airy than mousse. This difference in texture lies in preparation. Pudding requires heat to come together with the right consistency, whereas mousse simply needs to be whipped together.

If you prefer to avoid dairy on the paleo diet, you can substitute non-dairy products made with coconut milk, almond milk and cashew milk.

A lot of people following Paleo won't consume regular milk, cheese or yogurt, but will enjoy generous amounts of butter. I think it's a sensible choice because it's almost all fat and especially saturated fat with usually too little lactose to cause a problem.

Paleo-Friendly Creamers: 🍶☕ Transform your coffee with paleo-friendly creamers made from nut milks or coconut cream. These creamers add a smooth, rich texture to your coffee, making it a delightful, dairy-free experience. They can also be flavored with natural sweeteners like honey or vanilla for an extra treat.

It would be quite handy if they were, but unfortunately both contain guar gum, a bean derivative, as well as carageenan gum, made from seaweed in a multi-step chemical process, both used as stabilizers and both high in anti nutrients which wreak havoc on your GI tract.