Description
This Avocado Chocolate Mousse is a healthy, creamy, and delicious dessert that combines ripe avocados with rich cocoa powder, sweetened naturally with maple syrup. Perfect for a vegan and gluten-free treat, it requires no baking and comes together in just minutes for a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados (peeled and pitted)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or any milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Garnish
- Chocolate shavings
- Fresh berries
- Dollop of whipped cream (optional)
Optional Add-ins
- 1–2 tablespoons of melted dark chocolate
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Pinch of espresso powder
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather 2 ripe avocados, unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Peel and pit the avocados to prepare them for blending.
- Blend Mixture: Place the avocados, cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and salt into a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed to ensure an even texture throughout.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mousse and adjust the sweetness by adding more maple syrup or honey if desired, blending briefly again to incorporate any additions.
- Chill: Spoon the mousse into serving bowls or glasses and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This chilling time helps the mousse firm up slightly and enhances its flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish the mousse with chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream for added texture and flavor, if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of melted dark chocolate before chilling.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or espresso powder to enhance the depth of flavor.
- This mousse is naturally vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
