It's the weekend, ya'll! And what better way to spend a cold winter Saturday, than indulging in a little chocolate, or a lot...
So, how was your week? If you are experiencing winter like we are, then I imagine miserably COLD will be a part of your response. Oh, and let's not forget stark! Yes, we have had some sunny days, but without the warmth one would expect to accompany all the shine. For the most part, it's been grey, frigid, damp and just downright dismal at times. Well, only eleven more sleeps before the Vernal Equinox!
While Spring makes her torturously slow advance, I thought we would colour things up a little around here.
Yup, with this no-bake Pomegranate Pecan Tofu Chocolate Mousse Tart. What a mouthful! A rich, smooth, chocolaty, delicious, vegan mouthful...and sexy! Yes, tofu can be sexy when dressed in the right attire.
It blended beautifully with the melted chocolate and look how the pomegranate arils pop stunningly against the dark tones of the chocolate mousse and oreo base. The touches of caramel the pecans lend, complete what K called a masterpiece. Who am I to argue with that?
What makes this special is the Pomegranate Molasses I added to both the base and mousse. I received a gift basket from a business associate over the holidays and was intrigued by the bottle of Pomegranate Molasses that was included. I like plain molasses, but had not ever tried flavoured molasses. So. Freaking. Good!
I actually made this treat two months ago and shared a teaser on Instagram. I can't believe it has taken me so long to blog about it. Where does the time go?
This Pomegranate Pecan Tofu Chocolate Mousse Tart is quick to whip up, easy on the eyes and positively sensual on the palate. I suggest you run to the kitchen. NOW!
More No-Bake Treats:
I'll see you back here on Monday for a special Muffin Monday!!
Servings: 1 tart
Ingredients
Crust
- 200 g Oreo baking crumbs
- 44 g pomegranate molasses or syrup
Filling
- 250 g dark 1 cup, I used Callebaut Dark Callets 70.4%, bittersweet chocolate
- 250 g tofu 1 cup, I used organic Silken tofu, you should be able to find this at your grocer
- 22 g pomegranate molasses or syrup 1 tablespoon
Toppings
- 53 g Pomegranate arils ¼ cup
- 30 g pecans ¼ cup, chopped
- 3 Oreo cookies halved
Instructions
You will also need:
- a tart pan - for best results, use a pan with a removable base. I used the Fat Daddio's Removable Bottom Tart Pan.
- a tart tamper - a glass or cup will do.
Crust
- Place the Oreo crumbs and molasses in a bowl and mix with a spoon or gloved hand until well combined.
- Press firmly into the tart pan using a tart tamper, or the base of a clean glass or cup. Use your fingers to press into the sides of the pan.
- Place in the refrigerator.
Filling
- In a food processor, blend the tofu and pomegranate molasses until just combined. Set aside.
- This will allow the tofu to take on the flavour of the pomegranate.
- In the meantime, using a double boiler or a pot and bowl, melt the chocolate over simmering water. Remove from heat once fully melted and allow to cool for about a minute.
- Pour into the tofu mixture and pulse in the food processor until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Remove the crust from the fridge and pour the chocolate mousse into the crust.
- Place in the fridge for 15 minutes to allow to set a little, before adding toppings.
- Top with arils, chopped pecans and halved Oreo cookies. Return to the fridge and allow to set for a couple hours, or overnight.
- To serve, lift the base out of the tart pan, cut and enjoy!
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DebEastofEdenCook says
What an amazing tart! Tofu never looked better! The pairing of Oreos, chocolate and pomegranate have me charmed!
Regina @SpecialtyCakeCreations says
What a delectable tart. It surely is a pleasure for the eyes. The look of the chocolate mousse makes my mouth water. Never knew there were tart pans with removable bottom. What a great invention.
I Sugar Coat It! says
Not bad, huh! Tofu gets a bad wrap, but I love how it takes on the flavour of just about anything without interfering. Thanks for popping by!
I Sugar Coat It! says
Hahaaa - I was tempted to make another while editing these photos, which are from a couple months ago. Yes, these pans are quite the invention - perfect for crusted cheesecakes and the like!