White Chocolate Mousse with Marinated Apricots

Name: White Chocolate Mousse with Marinated Apricots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean, French
Ingredients: 300g Silken tofu; 150g Vegan white chocolate; 1tsp Vanilla extract; Lemon zest; Salt; 4 apricots; 1 tsp maple syrup; 1 tsp lemon juice; 1/2 vanilla pod

5 steps

Prep:15minCook:20min

A light, creamy vegan dessert with a citrusy twist and sweet, fragrant fruit.

Updated at: Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:22:20 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories273 kcal (14%)

Total Fat15 g (21%)

Carbs28.5 g (11%)

Sugars26.9 g (30%)

Protein8.2 g (16%)

Sodium234.3 mg (12%)

Fiber1.1 g (4%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

For the mousse

300gsilken tofu

150gwhite chocolate

Vegan

1 tspvanilla extract

lemon zest

salt

For the marinated apricots

4apricots

1 tspmaple syrup

1 tsplemon juice

0.5vanilla pod

Instructions

1. Melt the chocolate

Step 1

Gently melt the vegan white chocolate in a small pot or in the microwave, stirring often to avoid overheating.

2. Blend the mousse

Step 2

In a blender, combine the silken tofu, vanilla extract, lemon zest and juice, and a pinch of salt. Pour in the melted chocolate and blend until the mixture is smooth and silky.

3. Chill

Step 3

Divide the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.

4. Marinate the apricots

Step 4

In a small bowl, toss the sliced apricots with maple syrup, lemon juice and vanilla. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

5. Assemble and serve

Step 5

Spoon the marinated apricots over the chilled mousse, along with a bit of syrup from the bowl. Garnish with mint leaves, toasted almonds, or lemon zest if desired.