Luscious Chunky Monkey Mousse or Tart Filling (vegan & plant-based)

Okay, so maybe this Ben & Jerry’s-inspired treat is a bit too decadent for breakfast, but I enjoy *Silk brand vanilla Greek yogurt with a banana virtually every morning, so it didn’t stop me!

For this recipe, you must use the Greek version in the dark blue packaging for the dense and creamy texture, almost like cheesecake.

You can spoon the filling into a crumb crust for a true tart (make 2 times the recipe), but I think it is prettier and more fun to eat crustless in wine or martini glasses.

Luscious Chunky Monkey Mousse or Tart Filling (healthier/vegan/plant-based)
Yield: 2 servings (easily multiplies)

1 large banana, mashed
2-1/3 cup cartons Silk brand vanilla Greek yogurt
1/4 cup thawed So Delicious Cocowhip
1/4 cup plant-based dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup chopped or broken walnut pieces

Garnishes:
1-2 tablespoon each Cocowhip
A few plant-based dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 walnut halves or a sprinkle of chopped walnuts

In medium bowl, gently fold together all ingredients except garnishes. Divide mixture between two serving glasses–I like wine or martini glasses–and garnish each with Cocowhip, chocolate chips, and walnuts as desired. Refrigerate until serving time. (You may enjoy immediately, but I prefer for it to set up at least 30 minutes in refrigerator.)

*I reuse the plastic containers in my studio.