Banana Mousse

5 from 2 votes

This chocolate Banana Mousse tastes rich and creamy - naturally sweetened with only bananas. Made with just 3 ingredients, this easy mousse is eggless, dairy-free and vegan. You will love it as a healthy dessert or as a snack.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Clean eating, Dairy-free, Oil-free, Vegan

Keyword: banana, chocolate, peanut butter

Servings: servings

Ingredients

3 ripe bananas
½ cup (40 g) cocoa powder
¼ cup (60 g) creamy peanut butter or preferred nut butter

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add peanut butter and stir until fully combined.
Gradually stir in the cocoa powder until the mousse is smooth and silky. If the mixture feels too thick, add a little milk to reach your desired texture. Alternatively, you can blend all ingredients together in a blender for an extra creamy result.
Taste and adjust sweetness with maple syrup or honey, if desired.
Transfer the mousse to serving glasses or bowls and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

Banana Ripeness: Soft and yellow ripe bananas work best to achieve natural sweetness and a creamy texture. Avoid overly ripe bananas as they may alter the taste and texture.
Nut Butter Substitution: If you're allergic to nuts or prefer an alternative, you can swap peanut butter with any nut butter (I recommend almond or cashew butter), sunflower seed butter, or white tahini.
Sweetness Level: The natural sweetness of ripe bananas is usually enough for me. But if you prefer a sweeter flavor, feel free to add maple syrup or honey to taste.
High Protein: For added protein, mix in a scoop of protein powder - chocolate and vanilla are my favorites. If adding protein powder, you may need to adjust the consistency with a splash of milk until it reaches a smooth texture.
Blender Option: For a smoother texture, blend all ingredients together in a blender or food processor until creamy.
Consistency: If the mousse feels too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired level of creaminess. This can help maintain a smooth, silky texture, especially if you're using a thicker nut butter or adding protein powder.
Chilling: For the best flavor and texture, it’s best to chill the mousse for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days in sealable mason jars with lids or in an airtight container. Freezing is not recommended as the mousse may lose its silky texture. But you can still freeze it, if you prefer a frozen treat similar to ice cream.

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