Vegan Peanut Butter Mousse with Chocolate Ganache and Toppings Recipe
This rich and creamy Peanut Butter Mousse is a delightful vegan dessert combining smooth peanut butter and vegan cream cheese with a luscious whipped ganache, topped with chocolate shavings and crushed peanuts for added texture and flavor. It’s light, fluffy, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping it plant-based.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Mousse Base
- 1/3 cup vegan cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups store-bought vegan whipped cream, plus more for topping
Chocolate Ganache
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Toppings
- Chocolate shavings
- Crushed peanuts
Instructions
- Make Mousse Base: In a mixing bowl, whip together the softened vegan cream cheese, smooth peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Add Whipped Cream: Gradually beat in the store-bought vegan whipped cream on medium speed for about 5 minutes until the mousse becomes light, fluffy, and well combined, creating a soft, airy texture.
- Make Ganache: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cacao powder, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the ganache is smooth and glossy, perfect for layering.
- Assemble: Spoon layers of the peanut butter mousse into serving jars or bowls, optionally adding a layer of the chocolate ganache. Top each serving with additional whipped cream, then sprinkle with chocolate shavings and crushed peanuts to garnish. Chill if desired before serving for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use room temperature vegan cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother mousse.
- The mousse can be prepared a day ahead and kept refrigerated to develop flavors further.
- For a sweeter ganache, adjust the amount of maple syrup to taste.
- Feel free to substitute peanut butter with another nut or seed butter if preferred.
- This dessert is best served chilled, so refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Keywords: Peanut Butter Mousse, Vegan Dessert, No-Bake Mousse, Vegan Chocolate Ganache, Dairy-Free Dessert, Easy Vegan Recipes
