Super quick and easy no-bake chocolate orange mousse is served in orange ‘jack-o-lanterns’ for a spook-tastic dessert. Ultra creamy and rich chocolate mousse, with orange made with silken tofu and dark chocolate served in carved oranges. They will be a hit this halloween. Vegan, No-Egg, No-Dairy, No-Bake and easy to make.
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Vegan Chocolate Orange Mousse Jack-O-Lanterns
This vegan, no-bake chocolate orange mousse is a delightfully spooky treat served inside carved orange Jack-o’-lanterns, making it perfect for Halloween. The rich, smooth and creamy mousse is made from silken tofu, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and juicy orange marmalade, creating a luscious dessert that’s both indulgent and flavourful. The hollowed-out oranges are carved into mini Jack-o’-lanterns, adding a festive touch while doubling as fun serving bowls. With its balance of chocolatey goodness and citrusy zest, this dessert offers a fun and flavourful way to celebrate the season.
Looking for more spooky recipes? Check out my:
No-Bake Frankenstein Cheesecake Bars
Triple Chocolate Ghost Brownies (Vegan)
Why you’ll love this recipe:
Here are some reasons you’ll love this no-bake vegan chocolate orange mousse with tofu, served in Jack-o’-lanterns:
- Quick and easy: No baking required, making it a easy dessert, perfect for busy days.
- Rich and creamy: Silken tofu creates a smooth, velvety texture without any need for dairy!
- Healthy Indulgence: Made with wholesome ingredients like cocoa powder, silken tofu, and orange, it’s a guilt-free treat.
- Festive: Each mousse is served in carved orange Jack-o’-lanterns. It’s a fun and spooky addition to any Halloween celebration, party or event.
- Zesty flavour: The combination of chocolate and orange is the perfect balance of sweetness and citrusy tang. A match made in heaven!
- Vegan: Suitable for those following a plant-based or dairy-free diet without compromising on taste.
- Gluten-free : This recipe is free from gluten / wheat making it suitable for those on a gluten-free diet / Coeliac.
- Make-Ahead friendly: They can be prepared in advance, allowing you to enjoy the festivities stress-free!
- Fun: The jack-o-lanterns are super fun to carve out, great for kids to get involved in making.
Ingredients you’ll need:
This recipe is vegan, no-bake and requires minimal ingredients for optimal taste, flavour and texture. They melt in the mouth and are super indulgent. Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make them. Find the full written recipe and quantities in the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
- Dark chocolate: Best to use a high quality, 70% or above dairy-free dark chocolate. This will create a rich and decadent flavour.
- Silken tofu: Only use silken tofu, and not firm tofu as the texture are completely different. Make sure to drain the liquid from the silken tofu. This will create a ultra thick and creamy mousse.
- Dairy-free cream: Use a thick vegan cream / double cream, my go-to is The Coconut Collaborative Double Cream. You can also use a thick white coconut cream.
- Caster sugar: Use a fine, white sugar for this recipe. Granulated will make the mousse grainy in texture so make sure its a fine sugar.
- Cocoa powder: Adds added richness as well as thickening up the mousse.
- Cornstarch / cornflour: Helps to thicken the mousse.
- St Dalfour Orange Marmalade: To give the mousse the best orange flavour, I incorporated the St Dalfour Orange Marmalade. This marmalade is vegan friendly, sweetened with fresh fruit juices and is full of fresh citrus flavour. It also contains orange peel which adds extra flavour and freshness. Make sure to check out St Dalfour, also check out my previous recipes i partnered with St Dalfour on: Vegan Peach Cobbler Cake and No-Bake Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake.
Chocolate Orange Mousse Jack-O-Lantern tips and tricks
Here are some bullet-point tips and tricks to make a rich and creamy vegan chocolate orange mousse:
- Use high-quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa) for a deep, rich chocolate flavor.
- Silken tofu makes for an excellent base for mousse, giving a smooth texture without any strong flavour.
- A few drops of orange extract can intensify the orange flavour if needed.
- Chill the mousse in the fridge for at least 4 hours to set the flavours and firm up the texture.
- Top with a sprinkle of fresh orange zest, shaved dark chocolate, or a dusting of cocoa powder for an elegant presentation.
- Serve in either oranges or dessert glasses to showcase the mousse’s rich, creamy texture and make it easy to serve.
- Store the mousse an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Avoid freezing as it may alter the mousse’s creamy texture once thawed out.
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Vegan Chocolate Orange Mousse Jack-O-Lanterns
- Total Time: 4-6 hours
- Yield: 4-5 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Rich and creamy no-bake chocolate orange mousse served in orange carved jack-o-lanterns. Vegan, No-Egg, No-Dairy, Easy!
Ingredients
Ingredients for the mousse
- 350g of dairy-free dark chocolate
- 350g of silken tofu
- 100g of caster sugar
- 60ml of dairy-free cream
- 30g of cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch / cornflour
- 80g of St Dalfour Orange Marmalade
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- 4 Large oranges (to serve)
Instructions
Method (carve the oranges)
- Place the (serving) oranges flat on your worktop so you know it will sit correctly when filled with the mousse.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the tops off the oranges.
- Hollow out the flesh of the orange (you can eat the orange as a snack to prevent waste, or store in a container in the fridge).
- Wash and dry the orange, making sure to remove as much pith as possible.
- Draw the face you want to carve with a pen, or free cut. Cut the face with a sharp knife. Tip: Use a smaller sharp knife to get more intricate details (refer to video for reference).
- Keep the oranges fresh by storing in an air tight container in the fridge prior to filling. Only cut within a day of serving to prevent the oranges turning brown in colour.
Method (mousse and assemble)
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave in 30 second intervals, or on the hob using a bain-marie (a saucepan placed on the hob filled with water with a heat proof bowl on top. Just make sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water). Stir the chocolate until fully melted and smooth.
- Let the chocolate cool for a few minutes, then add it into a high speed blender along with the silken tofu, sugar, cream, cocoa powder, cornstarch and orange marmalade. This is where you can add a optional extra drop of orange extract for a stronger ‘orange’ flavour. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides.
- Pour the mousse into a mixing bowl / bowl and chill for at least 3-4 hours or until the mousse is firm. You want the mousse to be firm when piping in the oranges so it doesn’t immediately ooze out the ‘jack-o-lantern’ face.
- Once the mousse is firm, transfer into a piping bag, and pipe into the oranges.
- Place the oranges back into the fridge and allow to set firm before serving.
- Serve with a spoon, and enjoy!!!
Notes
Serving suggestions: Serve chilled with a small spoon.
Store the mousse an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Do not freeze or this can effect the texture of the mousse (adds too much moisture).
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: mousse
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
