On the hunt for a diet-friendly dessert? You guys know I love a good healthy dessert, and this chocolate avocado mousse is your newest obsession. Yes, I know what you’re thinking – avocado in a dessert is strange, but trust me!
Table of contents
- More Protein Desserts ideas
- What Makes This Avocado Chocolate Mousse Recipe Special
- Easy Chocolate Avocado Mousse Recipe
- How This Vegan Avocado Chocolate Mousse Comes Together
- How to Make the Best No Bake Chocolate Avocado Mousse
- Storage and Serving Ideas
- Chocolate Avocado Mousse FAQ’s
- Why Make this Avocado Chocolate Mousse Recipe
- Final Thoughts
More Protein Desserts ideas
What Makes This Avocado Chocolate Mousse Recipe Special
This is not your standard chocolate mousse recipe. I mean, we’re chatting here about a 3 ingredient avocado chocolate mousse that’s ready in 5 MINUTES. No eggs, no cream, no fuss. Just throw everything in the blender and you’re set.
The best part? It is 100 percent vegan and so much healthier than your average mousse. And no one will know there’s avocado in here unless you spill the beans.
Easy Chocolate Avocado Mousse Recipe
Ingredients:
2 ripe avocados
1/4 c unsweetened cocoa powder
3-4 tablespoons of maple syrup (or sweetening of your choice)
2-3 tbsps almond milk (if required)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
3 Scoop avocado into blender or food processor
Stir in the cocoa powder maple syrup vanilla and salt
Puree until very smooth — about 2 minutes.
Add almond milk if too thick
Taste and adjust sweetness
Let it chill for 30 minutes, then serve.
That’s it. Seriously.
How This Vegan Avocado Chocolate Mousse Comes Together
Trick: Use really ripe avocados. They should be soft enough to blend smooth but never brown or musty. Avocado’s natural fat is what gives this mousse its creamy texture and you won’t miss the dairy.
Cocoa powder is how you get your rich chocolate flavor, maple syrup provides sweetness without any refined sugar. The result? Dessert that’s an indulgence with lots of nutrition packed in.
The Combination of Avocado and Cocoa
When it comes to sleeping problems and other sleeping disorders, this certain combination is the one to consider.
Avocados deliver healthy fats fiber and potassium to the table. Cocoa powder is pure antioxidants and that chocolate deliciousness we all love. Both together make a sweet treat that not only indulges your sweet tooth but is good for you, too.
This chocolate and avocado mousse is half the calories of regular mousse and it comes with vitamins and minerals, rather than just empty calories.
How to Make the Best No Bake Chocolate Avocado Mousse
Get the avocados right: They should yield a little when pushed on, but not be mushy. The idea is not to have them too stiff or the mousse will be lumpy.
Blend well: Take your time with this step. Aim for 2 minutes of blending in order to achieve that creamy consistency.
Serve chilled: The mousse is better cold. Flavors blend well.
Taste, and adjust, if necessary: Add less sweetener, and more, to taste. You can always add to but never subtract from.
Storage and Serving Ideas
Keep your chocolate avocado mousse in the fridge for up to three days. Cover the pie with plastic wrap, pressing the plastic wrap tightly to the surface of the pie to avoid browning.
Serve it in little cups or glasses garnished with:
Fresh berries
Chopped nuts
Coconut flakes
Whipped coconut cream for dolloping
Variations to Try
Mint chocolate: Whisk in 1/4 tsp peppermint extract Peanut butter: Swirl in 2 tbsp natural peanut butter Coffee: 1 tsp instant coffee powder Spicy: Pinch of cayenne pepper for heat
Chocolate Avocado Mousse FAQ’s
Is avocado chocolate mousse any good?
Yes it really is. The only taste will be the chocolate — the avocado flavor is completely concealed! Most people wouldn’t know there’s avocado in there at all. It has the same creamy mousse texture.
Kim Kardashian Avocado Pudding recipe- How to make it?
Kim’s version has the same ingredients – avocado cocoa powder, and sweetener. The secret is ripe avocados and blending until completely smooth. Some incorporate a spoonful of almond butter for added richness.
How long can you keep chocolate avocado mousse for?
It doesn’t last longer than 3 days – 2 days in the fridge no problem. Then it browns and becomes bland. Keep covered and eat within few days for best flavor and texture.
Is there anything that can go wrong when you’re making chocolate mousse?
Avocado mousse’s biggest problem seems to be lumpy texture due to avocados being underripe or the mixture not being thoroughly blended. It can taste overly “green” sometimes: if the avocados aren’t sweet enough, or the cocoa powder rich and dark enough.
What can you use to thicken chocolate mousse?
In this recipe, the creamy fats of the avocado are what the thickening agent is. Whereas a classic mousse would be made with eggs or cream, the avocado itself delivers all the body and richness you want here. It also helps it set up in a nice general way.
Why Make this Avocado Chocolate Mousse Recipe
But this is not just another healthful dessert that tastes like cardboard. It’s seriously creamy and delicious. And, these are chocolate with no guilt at all.
Great for vegans, if you’re avoiding dairy, or just if you want a healthier dessert option. Kids love it as well and you’ll never believe they’re eating something healthy.
The 3 ingredient purity makes this possible to whip up whenever you’re craving something sweet! No special equipment besides a blender or food processor necessary.
Final Thoughts
And who’s to say healthy deserts need to suck? A small dessert that is delectable and nutritious to satisfy any sweet tooth yum yum!
The next time you’re doubtful of healthy swaps, give this one a chance. You might be surprised by the avocado-cocoa combo. And who knows – it could be your new go-to dessert option for when you need something sweet but not too rich.
Ready to give it a shot? Grab some ripe avocados and fire up the blender. You’ll thank your tongue, and your tummy, for all of it.
Chocolate Avocado Mousse
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- spatula
- Serving cups or bowls
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3-4 tbsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice
- 2-3 tbsp almond milk if needed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Scoop the ripe avocados into a blender or food processor.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend for about 2 minutes, until very smooth.
- If the mixture is too thick, add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
- Chill the mousse for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh berries, chopped nuts, or coconut cream.
