Indulge your sweet tooth without guilt thanks to this Decadent Chocolate Avocado Mousse. Ripe avocados deliver creamy texture, while unsweetened cocoa imparts rich chocolate flavor. This vegan, gluten-free dessert can be whipped together in minutes and chills into a luxuriously smooth finale.
Ingredients
2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup pure maple syrup (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons almond milk (more if needed)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: fresh berries, mint leaves, cacao nibs
Preparation Steps
Blend the mousse.
In a blender or food processor, combine avocados, cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla, and salt. Blend until perfectly smooth, scraping down sides as needed. If too thick, add 1 Tbsp almond milk at a time until desired consistency.
Chill.
Spoon mousse into serving glasses. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to firm up and deepen flavor.
Serve.
Top with berries, mint, or cacao nibs before serving.
Expert Notes
Sweetness control: Taste before chilling; add more syrup if you prefer sweeter mousse.
Make ahead: Prepare up to 2 days in advance—flavor mellows and texture firms.
Variation: Stir in a pinch of instant espresso powder for mocha notes.
This avocado-based mousse is proof that healthy desserts can be deeply satisfying, boasting indulgent flavor and velvety texture without dairy or refined sugar.
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