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

FAQs

Is coconut milk 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.

Scoop out the firm, waxy layer of the coconut cream that has solidified at the top of the can into a bowl. Don't include the water at the bottom of the can. Whip it. Whisk or beat on high speed until it becomes fluffy, light, and holds soft peaks, 3 to 5 minutes.

This mousse is basically a crémeux that has been lightened with whipped cream. Some coconut mousse recipes use egg whites, coconut cream, and coconut extract, but egg yolks, heavy cream, and coconut milk make for a very silky texture.

Carob powder is often used as a cocoa substitute in baked and no-bake goods such as cake, brownies, cookies, fudge, and mousse. Because of its sweet and mild flavor, it is also great in recipes that don't require much sugar, such as pancakes, oatmeal, and ice cream shakes.

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 naturally lactose-free and not considered a dairy product because it's derived from a plant — not a mammal. Therefore, coconut milk suits a dairy- or lactose-free diet and is safe for people with a lactose intolerance or milk allergy.

Your coconut milk 100% needs to be chilled first. Leave it in the fridge over night and let it get more solid and creamy. If it's warm or room temp, it will just turn to soup when you whip it. BONUS TIP: freeze your mixing bowl for 10 minutes before whipping the coconut milk to really hold onto that chill.

Cool Whip is a store-bought whipped topping meant to be used as whipped cream. It's light, fluffy has a creamy texture, and can be used as an ingredient to make desserts or used as a dessert topping. What is this? It is not made with dairy whipping cream but it does contain dairy ingredients making it not vegan.

Dairy-based mousses are usually made with whipped Cream (called crème. A dessert mousse is a light, airy concoction that whips air bubbles into a cream or custard. The most common type of Mousse is chocolate — it can be made with white chocolate, milk chocolate, or dark chocolate.

What is a substitute for gelatin in mousse? ›

Agar agar can be used as a substitute if you're trying to avoid gelatin, and it should be handled in the same way. Some recipes—usually, recipes that use chocolate as a base, because it thickens on its own under refrigeration—don't require a thickener at all.

This recipe only calls for only 3 main ingredients – tofu, dark chocolate and maple syrup! The darker the chocolate you use the better. I chose to go with a 90% cocoa variety. The mousse feels light but it's still quite rich so I would say this recipe makes enough to serve 4 people.

Carob Powder

When roasted and ground into a powder, carob tree pods can replicate the sweet and nutty taste of chocolate. Carob powder is a great substitute for cocoa powder in cakes and other baked goods. Carob powder is also rich in antioxidants and dietary fiber, just like cocoa powder.

Not fluffy enough, not chocolatey enough, too sweet, grainy, etc etc. Many “easy” chocolate mousse recipes tend to use too much cream so the end result is more like custard, rather than aerated like real chocolate mousse should be.

Check that the chocolate has cooled down sufficiently – it should not be warm to the touch or else chocolate is likely to seize and you will end up with grainy mousse.

Coconut milk is known for its rich flavor and texture. The health benefits of coconut milk include containing medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) and compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. However, it contains saturated fat. More research is needed to understand better the benefits versus the risks.

The final verdict: coconut milk

This is the most popular milk alternative for those on the paleo diet because coconut milk is not only creamy and delicious, but also easier to digest for many, and rich in nutrition. It's packed with fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

Many people on a paleo diet today also include some sources of full-fat dairy, such as butter, cream, yogurt or whole milk. It's ideal if the dairy you eat or drink is from grass-fed cows. People who have dairy allergies or sensitivities don't need to include it in their diet.

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.