High Protein Chocolate Mousse Made From Tofu

October 4, 2023

High Protein Chocolate Mousse is made from tofu, but it’s every bit as chocolatey, creamy, and delicious as traditional chocolate mousse. You’re going to LOVE this easy dessert made from just 5 ingredients, in a blender!

Gluten Free, Nut Free, Dairy Free

If you had told me 10 years ago that I’d be making desserts from TOFU I would’ve said NO FREAKIN’ WAY.

But this is one of my all time favorite desserts… and not just a weeknight “healthier” dessert! I genuinely LOVE it any night of the week and would serve it when entertaining!

After making a chocolate mousse from tofu in my Oreo Chocolate Cream Pie I knew I had to highlight this deliciousness on its own.

This Chocolate Mousse Made From Tofu (!!) is…

Decadent and chocolatey
High protein
A good source of fiber
Low sugar
Easy to make

If you’re a chocolate lover, you’re going to LOVE this easy dessert that feels hella decadent!

Ingredients to Make High Protein Chocolate Mousse

No, this chocolate mousse does NOT get its high protein stamp from cottage cheese, despite the viral trends right now.

It does get its high protein stamp of approval from an unlikely source, however… TOFU!

One package of silken tofu contains 20 grams of protein! When you also add nut or seed butter, you’ll get a generous protein punch per serving (more on that below).

To make this recipe you’ll only need 5 ingredients, including:

Silken tofu (NOT firm or extra firm tofu!!!)
Mini chocolate chips (although, use whatever chocolate you have!)
Coconut oil – to help the chocolate melt better
Unsweetened cocoa powder – for an even chocolatey-er flavor
Nut or seed butter

Silken tofu has a creamy texture when blended, unlike firm or extra firm tofu that’s more crumbly.

Nutrition stats for this healthier dessert

Since I’m claiming this dessert is “high protein,” what does that mean?

Per serving, it contains 8 grams of protein. While that may not seem like a ton of protein, it is for a dessert!

Even more, it contains 3 grams of fiber per serving and healthy fats, so it is definitely filling.

Want to boost the protein even more?

Instead of unsweetened cocoa powder you could add chocolate protein powder. If you’re enjoying this chocolate mousse as an afternoon snack you may wish to have more protein, in which I’d add the protein powder.

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need to Make This Recipe

You’ll need just a few kitchen tools to make this recipe, including:

High powered blender or food processor
Spatula
Container
Small microwave-safe bowl (I use the small one in this set to melt chocolate or butter in baking)
Measuring cups and spoons

How to Make High Protein Chocolate Mousse

This recipe couldn’t be easier to make!

First, you’ll melt your chocolate. This adds the decadent chocolate flavor you love in chocolate mousse.

Next, you’ll blend together the chocolate mousse. Add the tofu, cocoa powder, nut or seed butter, plus the melted chocolate to a high-powered blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.

You will need to pause to scrape down the sides to make sure all the ingredients are well-combined.

I like to refrigerate this high protein chocolate mousse for at least 30 minutes before serving, but that’s not mandatory – you could serve it right away!

How to Serve High Protein Chocolate Mousse

Since I know you’re going to be making this recipe often, here are some ways to serve it…

With fresh fruit – I prefer raspberries or strawberries
Dollop of whipped cream
In my Oreo Crusted Chocolate Cream Pie
In a “Cup of Dirt” (recipe coming soon!)

Other chocolate recipes you’ll love: