Description
A creamy, indulgent dessert made with ripe avocados and rich dark chocolate, perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a healthier treat.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (or 70% cocoa chocolate)
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl over a double boiler, or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until fully melted and smooth.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the melted chocolate, avocados, almond milk, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness, adding more maple syrup or honey if desired.
- Scoop the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set and chill.
- Serve chilled with toppings like berries, coconut flakes, or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Use dairy-free dark chocolate to keep the recipe fully vegan.
- For a richer flavor, add 1 tablespoon cocoa powder.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Serve with fresh berries, shaved chocolate, or coconut flakes for added texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
