What I don't love is how dairy makes me feel, as well as excessive amounts of fat and sugar - yuck. So, I have been experimenting over the last couple of years with healthier options, and trying to reinvent my favourite things with a new spin.
And so I came up with this, and I must say, I'm pretty proud of it. Hope you like it!
For the cashew "cream":
2 cups cashew pieces, soaked overnight
2 tbsp agave syrup (or sweetener of choice)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup filtered water
For the chocolate mousse:
1 cup chocolate ganache (I had some left over from my raw brownie recipe - check my earlier post)
1 large avocado
Fresh raspberries (or berries of choice)
Cocoa powder for sprinkling
Method:
Drain and rinse the cashews. Place in a food processor with the agave and vanilla extract and blend. Add water gradually as you go, scraping down the sides often.
I have found from previous attempts that processing for 5 mins or more gets the creamier result, so be patient.
Transfer to a bowl and set aside to chill.
For the chocolate mousse, process the avocado and ganache... and voila! You could also make the mousse from my raw chocolate tart, if you prefer.
Layer alternate layers of cream and mouse, interspersing with the fresh raspberries as you go. Sprinkle chocolate or cinnamon on top and decorate with remaining raspberries.
Enjoy! x
That looks divine.
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