Avocado Chocolate Mousse (Easy!)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
4 (1/2 cup servings)
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Calories
232 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
Vegan, gluten-free
Avocado Chocolate Mousse (Easy!)
Description
Avocado Chocolate Mousse (Easy!) is made by blending ripe avocados with maple syrup, cacao powder, pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Plant-based milk is added in small amounts to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency. The mousse is then chilled for several hours to enhance the overall flavor and texture.
The use of avocado provides a naturally creamy texture without dairy, while the cacao powder gives a rich chocolate taste. The blending process ensures a smooth finish, and the chilling minimizes the avocado's distinctive flavor, resulting in a balanced and indulgent dessert.
This mousse can be served in small cups or ramekins and garnished with fresh berries, banana slices, coconut whipped cream, or chopped chocolate for added texture and decoration.
The recipe yields about 2 cups, sufficient for four medium-large servings or divided into smaller portions. Adapted from Gordon Ramsay, this approach provides a dairy-free option for chocolate mousse enthusiasts.
Ingredients
- 2 avocado peeled and pitted, large, ripe
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
- 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract pure
- 1-3 Tbsp. plant milk (to help blend)
- Pinch salt
- almond extract optional, 1/4 tsp or more
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a food processor. Blend for about 30 seconds or until smooth. (Scrape down sides if needed.) Start with 1 Tbsp. milk and add more if needed.
- Place in small cups or ramekins. Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours before enjoying.*
Notes
- Chilling the mousse for 2-3 hours reduces the avocado flavor and enhances the chocolate richness.
- Top with fresh raspberries, strawberries, banana slices, coconut whipped cream, or shaved chocolate for added flavor and presentation.
- The recipe makes approximately 2 cups of mousse, enough for four medium-large servings or eight small servings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4(1/2 cup servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 232 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 232kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Potassium | 617mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 147IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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