Whip up vegan cheesecake mousse—a creamy, no-bake, dairy-free dessert made with simple plant-based ingredients.
This vegan cheesecake mousse is light, fluffy, and irresistibly creamy. Moreover, it’s no-bake, quick to prepare, and perfect for parties, weeknight desserts, or special occasions.
⏱ Time
Prep: 10 minutes
Chill: 1–2 hours
Serves: 4–6
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 cup soaked cashews (4 hours, drained)
- ¾ cup coconut cream (thick part only)
- ¼ cup maple syrup or agave
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: fresh berries, crushed vegan biscuits, dairy-free chocolate shavings
👩🍳 Instructions
Firstly, add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.
Next, blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Then, taste and adjust sweetness or lemon juice if required.
After that, spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls.
Finally, refrigerate for 1–2 hours to set before serving with your favorite toppings.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Extra Fluffy: Fold in whipped coconut cream before chilling.
- Chocolate Version: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder.
- Berry Twist: Blend in strawberries or raspberries.
- Sugar-Free: Use date syrup or a sugar-free sweetener.
- Nut-Free: Replace cashews with silken tofu.
🌿 Benefits of Vegan Cheesecake Mousse
Firstly, cashews provide healthy fats and plant-based protein, promoting satiety.
Secondly, being dairy-free makes it easier to digest for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Moreover, coconut cream offers a rich texture without cholesterol.
In addition, natural sweeteners reduce reliance on refined sugar.
As a result, this dessert is both indulgent and balanced.
Finally, it’s quick, customizable, and perfect for all ages.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Firstly, reduce lemon juice for a milder taste.
- Then, add mashed banana or vanilla pudding flavor.
- Next, layer with crushed cookies for a fun parfait.
- Finally, serve in small cups with colorful toppings.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 220–250 kcal
- Protein: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fat: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
