No Bake Peach Basil Chocolate Protein Dessert

This No Bake Peach Basil Chocolate Protein Dessert combines rich dark chocolate with juicy peaches and fresh basil for a chilled dessert that feels both refreshing and deeply chocolatey. Blended until smooth and set in the refrigerator, it has a soft mousse-like texture with bold cacao flavor from Pascha 100% Cacao Unsweetened Dark Chocolate Baking Chips. The peaches add natural fruit flavor while basil brings a fresh contrast that keeps each bite balanced. Finished with hemp hearts and sea salt, this recipe is simple to prepare and works well as a make-ahead dessert or afternoon treat.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No baking required
• Rich dark chocolate flavor balanced with fresh peaches and basil
• Smooth, chilled texture
• Easy make-ahead dessert
• Made with Pascha 100% Cacao Unsweetened Dark Chocolate Baking Chips

Ingredients

• 15oz drained canned peaches (or fresh peaches)
• 2 scoops collagen powder
• 1 bag Pascha 100% Cacao Unsweetened Dark Chocolate Baking Chips
• ¼ cup fresh basil
• Hemp hearts, to sprinkle on top
• Sea salt, to sprinkle on top

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Ingredient Explanations

Peaches provide natural sweetness and create the smooth fruit base for the dessert.

Collagen powder blends into the mixture and adds protein.

Pascha 100% Cacao Unsweetened Dark Chocolate Baking Chips create the rich chocolate flavor and help the dessert firm up once chilled.

Fresh basil adds a subtle herbal contrast that pairs well with both peaches and dark chocolate.

Hemp hearts add texture when sprinkled on top.

Sea salt balances the richness of the chocolate.

How to Make No Bake Peach Basil Chocolate Protein Dessert

1. Melt the Pascha 100% Cacao Unsweetened Dark Chocolate Baking Chips in a double boiler.
2. In a blender, blend peaches, collagen powder, melted chocolate, and fresh basil.
3. Pour into a parchment-lined loaf pan. Pro tip: use binder clips to hold parchment paper in place.
4. Sprinkle with hemp hearts and sea salt.
5. Place in the refrigerator to set.
6. Slice and serve.
7. Store any leftovers in the fridge

Tips for Success

• Drain canned peaches well before blending.
• Melt the chocolate slowly in a double boiler for a smooth texture.
• Blend until completely smooth so the basil distributes evenly.
• Line the loaf pan with parchment paper for easier slicing and removal.
• Allow enough chilling time for the dessert to fully set before slicing.

Recipe Variations or Substitutions

This recipe is designed to work best exactly as written. For serving variation, slice into smaller squares for dessert platters or serve slightly chilled for a softer texture. Fresh peaches or canned peaches can both be used as listed in the original recipe.

Pro Tips to Support All Bakers

The FIX by Pascha Pantry includes practical resources designed to help bakers better understand chocolate flavor, cacao percentages, and ingredient selection. Whether you prefer intense dark chocolate or are experimenting with lower sugar recipes, these guides can help support better baking results.

Low Sugar Baking Guide

Explore ways to bake with deeper cacao flavor using Pascha 100, 85, and 70 percent chocolate varieties while maintaining balance in your recipes.

Cacao Percentage Guide

Learn how cacao percentage impacts flavor, sweetness, and recipe performance so you can confidently choose the right chocolate for every dessert.

Pascha Pantry Baking Essentials

Discover practical tips covering melting chocolate, baking techniques, texture guidance, and storage best practices.

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FAQ

Can I use fresh peaches instead of canned peaches?

Yes. The recipe includes both canned peaches and fresh peaches as options.

How should I store this dessert?

Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Does this dessert need to be baked?

No. This is a completely no-bake dessert that sets in the refrigerator.

Why use Pascha 100% Cacao Chocolate Chips?

Pascha 100% Cacao Chocolate Chips provide intense dark chocolate flavor without added sugar, creating a rich contrast to the peaches.

Can I make this dessert ahead of time?

Yes. This recipe works well as a make-ahead chilled dessert.

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Final Thoughts

This No Bake Peach Basil Chocolate Protein Dessert delivers rich chocolate flavor with fresh fruit and herbal contrast in every chilled slice. Using Pascha 100% Cacao Dark Chocolate Chips creates a bold cacao base that pairs especially well with peaches and sea salt, making this an easy no-bake dessert with a more elevated flavor profile.