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    Home » This and That » Homemade Berry Jam and Silk Chocolate Mousse.

    by Kathy Patalsky · updated: Nov 5, 2019 · published: Jun 15, 2011 · About 3 minutes to read this article. Leave a Comment

    Homemade Berry Jam and Silk Chocolate Mousse.


    Have you ever made homemade jam? Take it from this jam newbie – it’s terribly easy and the results will impress you – and your family. Better than the bottled suff you buy in stores. Way better.

    I played around in my kitchen last weekend and whipped up my very first batch of jam. And a slew of delicious jam-infused creations followed. Like jam-swirled bagel spread and berry-accented chocolate mousse. I was amazed at how easy the process was and how delicious the results are. I don’t think I ever want to buy bottled jam again!..

    Also in this post.. Silk Chocolate Mousse. Two Ingredients. This silk chocolate mousse is awesome. It’s a simple recipe. Together: Jam and Mousse, soy whip on top. Recipes ahead!..

    I started off with a Double Berry Jam (shown dolloped on top of the mousse in the image) – it features sweet tart raspberries and juicy strawberries. Then yesterday I made a Strawberry Citrus Jam. This stuff is so yummy that all I need to enjoy it is a spoon! Or slather some on a warm slice of toast and instant jam heaven.

    ..Now I need to find some jam jars. I am dying to turn my kitchen into a mini jam factory. Bottle my whimsical creations and head out to a Farmer’s Market to sell them. None of this “Strawberry Jam” simplicity. Lets try Blackberry Ginger Jam, or Blueberry Cayenne, Cinnamon Maple Marmelade, Peach Papaya, Spicy Grape. I’m inspired. Anyone else a jam-making fanatic? Jam Junkie? And tips to share?

    Berries and Cream. Yesterday for breakfast I whipped up some Berry Cream Cheese using my homemade Double Berry Jam. Wow was this stuff awesome! Sometimes I complain that tofu cream cheese is a bit lacking in flavor and texture. Well whip in a few spoonfuls of homemade jam and problem solved. Get my Sweet Pink Bagel recipe here. Isn’t it pink-tastic?..

    Recipes: Two Jams and a Mousse (below)

    Double Berry Jam
    3 cups ripe raspberries
    1 cup ripe strawberries – destemmed
    ½ cup maple syrup
    ¼ cup lemon juice
    2-3 teaspoon corn starch

    Citrus Strawberry Jam
    4 cups strawberries, washed/de-stemmed
    ½ cup sugar (opt’l)
    4 satsuma mandarins, juiced (some pulp is good)
    ½ teaspoon citrus zest
    pinch of salt
    2-3 teaspoon corn starch

    Jam Directions:
    1. For both jams – dissolve the corn starch in the cold citrus liquid. Then combine all ingredients in a large pot on stove. Bring to a boil.

    2. Reduce heat and allow to simmer for 30-60 minutes.

    3. Pour into jar(s) and store in the fridge.

    Easy Vegan Silk Chocolate Mousse
    16 ounces silken tofu
    1 cup vegan chocolate chips + 1 teaspoon veg oil
    additional sweetener to taste (optional)
    pinch of salt (optional)
    *I added in about ⅓ cup maple syrup to increase sweetness – additional sweetness is optional though

    Directions:

    1. In a double broiler, add chocolate chips and oil. Heat until melted. Remove from heat.

    2. Add your tofu, optional sweetener, and melted chocolate to a blender. Blend until smooth and silky.

    3. Pour into serving dishes and chill in the fridge for a few hours – until firmed up a bit.

    Mousse Tips: You can use arrowroot and or agar agar to make your mousse even more firm – but I personally like the silky texture. You can also add more chocolate chips for a deeper chocolate flavor and richer texture as well.

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    About Kathy Patalsky

    Hey there! I'm Kathy, lover of kitty cats, weekend baking, 90's movies, travel, beach fog and foamy lattes. Since 2007, I have been sharing my vegan recipes and photos. My goal is to make your cooking life a little easier, delicious - and plant-loaded - while sharing some LIFE and conversation along the way.

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