Chocolate Mousse

By vdub

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup raw cashews
• 1 cup packed, pitted dates (about 20 dates)
• 1 (15 oz.) can pureed organic butternut squash OR 1 3/4 cups of cooked/pureed butternut squash (I think any squash, pumpkin, or sweet potato could be subbed here)
• 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk (more if needed)
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1

Place cashews and dates in a medium bowl and cover with very hot water. Let soak for 2 hours to soften. Drain well.

Place drained cashews and dates, butternut squash and coconut milk in the Vitamix and process until smooth. Add cocoa and vanilla. Process again adding a bit more coconut milk if needed ot make a smooth, mousse-like texture. Chill at least 1 hour or until ready to serve. Garnish with raspberries and shredded coconut (optional).