Description
A rich and creamy chocolate mousse made with ripe avocados, naturally sweetened and blended to silky perfection. A quick, no-cook dessert that feels indulgent yet light.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados (about 2 cups flesh)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 to 4 tablespoons dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender or food processor.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup or honey, milk, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
- If using chocolate chips, melt them gently and blend into the mixture.
- Spoon into serving dishes and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Add nut butter for a richer, nutty flavor.
- Use plant-based milk to keep it dairy-free.
- Add espresso powder or cinnamon to deepen flavor.
- Store with plastic wrap pressed on the surface to prevent browning.
- Best enjoyed within 2 days for freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Modern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
