spiced chocolate mousse pots

These gently spiced chocolate mousse pots are one of the easiest of make-ahead desserts. They are gluten and dairy free too so they cater for pretty much every guest, children too. They are inspired by the flavours of Mexican hot chocolate but you can make them with or without spice.

I love them so much that I made them for my 40th birthday party. Everyone thought I was a bit daft to cook for my own party but I pulled out all my make-ahead recipes so that I could eat some of my favourite things (yep I’m a control freak) but still enjoy every bit of the party. Serve them in teacups or mini jars so there is no portioning out at the last minute.

The mousse can be made up to 3 days in advance. You can also freeze them and eat them from frozen.