CREAMY Vegan Peppermint Mousse Parfaits
Vegan peppermint chocolate mousse parfaits are a delectable dessert that combines rich and creamy chocolate mousse with refreshing mint flavors, creating a delightful and indulgent treat.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric mixer
- Serving Glasses or jars
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews soaked in water for 4-8 hours
- 1 cup vegan chocolate chips melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- pinch salt
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk chilled overnight
- crushed vegan cookies or crumbled cake for layering
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, melted vegan chocolate, maple syrup, coconut cream, peppermint extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Open the chilled can of coconut milk and scoop out the thick cream into a mixing bowl. Leave the watery part behind.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the coconut cream until light and fluffy.
- Take serving glasses or jars and start layering the components. Begin with a layer of the vegan chocolate mousse at the bottom.
- Add a layer of crushed vegan cookies or crumbled cake on top of the mousse.
- Follow with a layer of the whipped coconut cream.
- Repeat the layers until the glasses or jars are filled, ending with a dollop of the whipped cream on top.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh mint leaves, shaved chocolate, or crushed candy canes.
- Place the assembled parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
- When ready to serve, take the parfaits out of the refrigerator and present them chilled.
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