About the Recipe
Packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and dietary fibre, this low-calorie cauliflower chocolate mousse satisfies your sweet tooth while sneaking a full serving of nutrient-dense vegetables into a rich, guilt-free dessert.
Cauliflower
| Calorie deficit support 100g chopped cauliflower is equal to 25 calories which assists in volume eating. High in fibre and water content, this combo swells and triggers the stomach stretch receptors. Low GI, wish an almost 0 GI this prevents sharp insulin spikes. Indole-3-carbinol, this compound helps balance hormone levels which can deter fat storage.
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Cocoa powder | Flavanols lowers blood pressure due to improving the nitric oxide levels in your blood. Nitric oxide widens your arteries to improve blood flow. The flow on effect is that it improves brain function, cognitive health, fucus and memory. Serotonin and endorphins, assist in keeping mood steady. Polyphenol, slows carb digestion and absorption which assists in insulin sensitivity. |
Honey | High levels of antioxidants that fight cell damage. Lower GI. NOTE: many properties are lost when using for cooking however the benefits are greater that using processed sugars. |
Ingredients
800g Cauliflower
180 Cocoa powder
1 tbsp 20g vanilla bean extract
6 tbsp 160g raw honey
3g salt (optional)
Preparation
Prep the veggie base: Wash and cut the cauliflower into palm-sized florets.
Steam until tender: Place the florets in a steaming basket and steam until knife-tender.
Chef's Tip: Boiling is an option, but steaming prevents the cauliflower from becoming waterlogged, ensuring a thicker mousse.
Cool slightly: Place the cooked cauliflower into a high-speed blender and allow it to cool for up to 6 minutes. The cauliflower should still be quite warm to properly melt and combine the ingredients.
Pre-blend: Whiz the cauliflower for 5 seconds just to break up the florets.
Add the remaining ingredients: Add the honey, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder. Whiz immediately so the cocoa powder blends smoothly without clumping.
Adjust sweetness: Taste your healthy chocolate creation. If you prefer a sweeter dessert without adding extra calories, stir in a bit of monk fruit sweetener.
Chill and set: Pour the mixture into a sealable vessel. Leave it on the bench for 15 minutes to cool, then transfer it to the fridge for at least 3 hours to set completely.
Garnish and serve: Serve chilled with fresh fruit and a sprinkle of grated dark chocolate.