Avocado Chocolate Mousse
This decadent yet healthy Avocado Chocolate Mousse is rich, creamy, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey. Made in just minutes with wholesome ingredients, it's the perfect no-bake dessert for chocolate lovers, whether you're vegan, dairy-free, or simply craving a guilt-free treat.
Equipment
- High-speed blender or food processor
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Rubber Spatula
- Small serving ramekins or dessert cups
- Optional: piping bag
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados peeled and pitted (Hass preferred)
- 1/4 cup 25 g unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed or raw cacao)
- 1/4 cup 60 ml pure maple syrup or honey (or monk fruit sweetener for low-carb)
- 1/4 cup 60 ml coconut milk or almond milk (full-fat for creamier texture)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Scoop ripe avocado flesh into a food processor or blender. Measure remaining ingredients and keep ready.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup/honey, milk, vanilla, and salt to the blender. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape sides as needed.
- Taste the mousse. Add more sweetener for extra sweetness or cocoa powder for richer chocolate flavor. Blend again. (Optional: add a pinch of espresso powder to intensify chocolate)
- Spoon mousse into serving cups or ramekins. For a fancy presentation, pipe with a piping bag.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. For firmer texture, chill for 1 hour or more.
Notes
Nutritional Info (per serving – approx.):
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 16g
- Carbs: 20g
- Sugar: 10g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Sodium: 45mg
