Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse

GF V DF VG SF Jan 10, 2026

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This healthy peanut butter chocolate mousse contains just 5 simple ingredients, and is free of added sugar and artificial sweeteners, while being both vegan and gluten free. Chickpeas provide a neutral base, peanut butter adds creaminess and healthy fats, and the dates act as our sweetener. This delicious mousse takes only 5 minutes to make, and serves 4 people

- 15.5 oz can (254 g) Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup (128 g) Natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp (50 g) Cocoa powder
- 1 cup (160 g) Dates
- 1 cup (240 g) Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp (5 g) Vanilla extract

1. Drain and rinse a can of chickpeas. Add all ingredients to a food processor, and blend until smooth

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Description

Time

Prep Time:

5 minutes

Total Time:

5 minutes

Cost

Total Cost:

Cost per Serving:

$0.73

Ingredients

Serving(s)

15.5 oz can Chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1/2 cup Natural peanut butter

1/2 cup + 2 tbsp Cocoa powder

1 cup Dates

1 cup Unsweetened almond milk

1 tsp Vanilla extract

Instructions

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Drain and rinse a can of chickpeas. Add all ingredients to a food processor, and blend until smooth

Notes

Any kind of natural nut or seed butter can be used in place of the peanut butter, such as almond butter, cashew butter, sunflower seed butter, or tahini.

Any kind of unsweetened dried fruit can be used in place of the dates, such as raisins, dried figs, or prunes.

Any kind of milk (dairy or non-dairy) can be used in place of the almond milk in the recipe, such as skim milk, whole milk, oat milk, or just water.

Nutrition Facts

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Servings: 4

Serving Size: ~1 cup (209 g)
Calories: 429

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Total Fat: 19.9g (26 %)
Saturated Fat: 3.7g (18 %)
Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.9g
Monounsaturated Fat: 9.6g
Cholesterol: 0mg (0 %)
Sodium: 313mg (14 %)
Total Carbohydrate: 59.5g (22 %)
Fiber: 14.6g (52 %)
Net Carbs: 44.9g
Total Sugar: 30.3g
Protein: 15.9g (32 %)

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Vitamin B12: 0.0mcg (0 %)
Vitamin D: 0.6mcg (3 %)
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Calcium: 188mg (14 %)
Iron: 3.44mg (19 %)
Magnesium: 156mg (37 %)
Potassium: 767mg (16 %)

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Glycemic Index

42.9

Glycemic Load

24.8

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