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This Vegan Silken Tofu Peanut Butter Mousse is unbelievably rich and creamy—you’d never guess it’s made with tofu! Best of all, it requires just 10 ingredients and a food processor.
Ever since we mastered the texture and flavor of our Silken Tofu Chocolate Mousse, we can’t get enough! If you’ve only tried our more traditional Vegan Strawberry Mousse or Vegan Chocolate Mousse, don’t be afraid to give this tofu version a try.
- It doesn’t taste like tofu.
- It’s never grainy.
- It’s perfectly thick and airy.
And most importantly – it’s just as rich and indulgent as our versions made with vegan heavy cream!
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Ingredients You’ll Need
- Silken tofu: For the creamiest mousse, we recommend using shelf-stable silken tofu over refrigerated silken tofu, which has a higher water content and may separate after chilling.
- Peanut butter: Natural peanut butter creates a smoother, richer flavor, but no-stir creamy peanut butter works too!
- Powdered sugar: Adds a neutral sweetness without overpowering the flavor of the peanut butter. For the smoothest mousse, sift your powdered sugar first!
- Maple syrup: A tablespoon of maple syrup adds depth of flavor and enhances the richness of the mousse.
- Vanilla extract: Adds warmth and depth, rounding out the flavors of the overall dessert.
- Salt: Helps to balance the sweetness and enhances the nuttiness of peanut butter. A little goes a long way!
For Serving
- Vegan chocolate ganache: A rich, silky layer of ganache takes this dessert to the next level by balancing the sweetness with bittersweet, luxurious chocolate.
Equipment Needed
- Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler (for chocolate ganache)
- Food processor
- Spatula
- Ramekins or serving glasses (about 6)
How to Make Silken Tofu Peanut Butter Mousse
- Prepare the chocolate ganache. Before getting started on the peanut butter mousse, click over to our Vegan Chocolate Ganache recipe and make 1 batch of the recipe. Set aside to cool.
- Make the mousse. Add the silken tofu, peanut butter, powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to a large cup food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary. Taste and add additional powdered sugar if you want a sweeter mousse.
- Assemble. Divide the mousse between the ramekins, then top each off with a layer of chocolate ganache.
- Refrigerate. Once assembled, transfer the peanut butter mousse to the refrigerator and let the mousse set and firm up for at least 1 hour.
- Serve. When ready, top the mousse with a sprinkle of flaky salt and enjoy!
Additional Toppings
We like to keep it simple and serve the mousse with just the ganache, but if you want to load it up, this mousse is also delicious with:
- Whipped cream
- Crushed peanuts
- Crushed pretzels
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Cacao nibs or mini chocolate chips
- Banana or berry slices
- Flaky sea salt
- Drizzle of vegan caramel sauce
Storage Instructions
This homemade silken tofu mousse will keep for up to 4 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
If you are making this peanut butter mousse to serve at a party or get-together, prepare it 24 hours in advance and refrigerate overnight until just before serving.
Recipe FAQs
Can I freeze this mousse?
While freezing tofu works great for savory recipes, we don’t recommend it for this mousse. Freezing tofu greatly changes its texture, making it grainy instead of smooth and silky.
Where do you buy shelf-stable silken tofu?
Most mainstream grocery stores carry shelf-stable tofu. Look for brands like Mori-Nu or House Foods Silken Tofu in the Asian or International foods aisle. If you can’t find it at your local grocery store, check your local Asian grocery store.
Can I make this nut-free?
We’ve only tested this recipe using peanut butter, but if you’re allergic to nuts, sunflower seed butter might be the next best option. It’s the closest nut-free alternative in terms of texture and flavor.
If you give it a try, leave a comment below to let other readers know how it was!
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Make sure you tag us on Instagram @sweetsimplevegan and @consciouschris and hashtag #sweetsimplevegan if you make this recipe. We love to see your photos!
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Vegan Silken Tofu Peanut Butter Mousse Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This Vegan Silken Tofu Peanut Butter Mousse is unbelievably rich and creamy – you’d never guess it’s made with tofu! Best of all, it comes together with just 10 ingredients and a food processor.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces firm silken tofu (shelf-stable vs. fresh is recommended)
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Chocolate Ganache
Equipment Needed
- Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler (for chocolate ganache)
- Food processor
- Spatula
- Ramekins or serving glasses (about 4-6)
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate ganache. Before getting started on the peanut butter mousse, click over to our Vegan Chocolate Ganache recipe and make 1 batch of the recipe. Set aside to cool.
- Make the mousse. Add the silken tofu, peanut butter, powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to a large cup food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary. Taste and add additional powdered sugar if you want a sweeter mousse.
- Assemble. Divide the mousse between the ramekins, then top each off with a layer of chocolate ganache. If you would like, add a sprinkle of salt on top.
- Refrigerate. Once assembled, transfer the peanut butter mousse to the refrigerator and let the mousse set and firm up for at least 1 hour.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage: This homemade silken tofu mousse will keep for up to 4 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Make-ahead: If you are making this peanut butter mousse to serve at a party or get-together, prepare it 24 hours in advance and refrigerate overnight until just before serving.
- Freezing: While freezing tofu works great for savory recipes, we don’t recommend it for this mousse. Freezing tofu significantly changes its texture, making it grainy instead of smooth and silky.
- Shelf-stable silken tofu: Most mainstream grocery stores carry shelf-stable tofu. Look for brands like Mori-Nu or House Foods Silken Tofu in the Asian or International foods aisle. If you can’t find it at your local grocery store, check your local Asian grocery store.
- Nut-free: We’ve only tested this recipe using peanut butter, but if you’re allergic to nuts, sunflower seed butter might be the next best option. It’s the closest nut-free alternative in terms of texture and flavor. If you give it a try, leave a comment below to let other readers know how it was.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Food Processor
Chocolate is always a good deal and this dessert is perfect when you have a lunch/dinner with friends!!!