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Vegan Chocolate Mousse with Pomegranate + Blackcurrant

Vegan Chocolate Mousse with Pomegranate + Blackcurrant

Wanting a tasty treat every now and then is pretty common, but we all aim for a choice that not only tastes good but makes us feel good, too.

One of my favourite foods is chocolate, so I created this light and healthy chocolate mousse that has a delicious taste and flavour without ingredients that will harm your body, inside or out.

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Cacao

I often speak about the anti-inflammatory benefits of cacao, which come from the flavonoids in raw cacao. Not only does it taste delicious, but it can also provide photoprotection, meaning our skin does not get as damaged from UV rays.

Pomegranate

Pomegranates are loaded with important nutrients and a little goes a long way! Pomegranate juice is said to have three times the antioxidant activity of green tea. Other benefits include those for the heart, joints, brain and athletic performance.

Fun Fact: Find pomegranate in Skin Stuff Face + Eye Cream 

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Avocado

Avocado is a great source of healthy fats and soluble fibre. It also contains beneficial compounds that fight inflammation and nourish the skin from the inside out.

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrants contain four times the amount of vitamin C as oranges and twice the antioxidants as blueberries. This boosts the health benefits of this recipe since vitamin C helps to metabolize protein into collagen, which is essential for healthful skin and joints. 

Fun Fact: Find blackcurrant in Skin Stuff Face + Eye Cream 

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Maple

What sets maple syrup apart from refined sugar is its antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, especially manganese, which is often included therapeutically for inflammatory issues. Manganese also helps to control blood sugar and activate enzymes in metabolism. However, it’s still important to use it in moderation. 

Fun Fact: Find maple sap water in Skin Stuff Face + Eye Cream

Vegan Chocolate Mousse with Pomegranate and Blackcurrant

Makes 3 servings

Ingredients:

  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • ¼ cup cacao powder
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Toppings: pomegranate arils and blackcurrants

Directions:

  1. Add all the ingredients except for the toppings into a blender or food processor.
  2. Process until smooth and creamy.
  3. Spoon out into dessert bowls and add toppings.

    NOTE: If you can’t find fresh blackcurrants, try adding 1 tsp dried powder into the blender with the other ingredients or top with a teaspoon of blackcurrant jam.

    Written by Bonnie Flemington, a Certified Nutritional Practitioner. To learn more about Bonnie, please click here

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