Healthy Brownie Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Parfaits (Butter/Gluten Free)
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Healthy Brownie Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Parfaits (Butter/Gluten Free)
Description
The parfaits begin with optional rims created by dipping glasses first in melted bittersweet chocolate, then in sweetened coconut flakes, which adds texture and sweetness. The chocolate mousse is made by melting bittersweet chocolate and processing it with mashed avocado, fresh raspberries, sugar, vanilla extract, and unsweetened vanilla almond milk until smooth and creamy. The avocado provides a buttery mouthfeel while the raspberries contribute tartness and freshness.
Assembly involves layering the mousse into chilled glasses followed by fresh raspberries, chunks of gluten-free brownies, and a sprinkle of coconut flakes. The layers alternate to showcase contrasting textures: smooth mousse, juicy berries, chewy brownies, and crunchy coconut. This dairy-free dessert combines rich chocolate and fruit tartness with gluten-free baked goods that appeal to various dietary preferences.
The presentation in clear parfait glasses highlights the colorful layers and makes for an attractive treat suitable for special occasions or as a refined snack. The mousse maintains a rich, velvety texture balanced by the freshness of raspberries and the slight chew of brownies.
Ingredients
- For the Rim: optional
- 1/2 ounce bittersweet chocolate baking chips 60% cacao, brand example: Ghirardelli
- 3 tablespoons sweetened coconut flakes
- For the Mousse:
- 1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate baking chips 60% cacao, brand example: Ghirardelli
- 1 cup avocado mashed
- 1/2 cup raspberries fresh
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup almond milk unsweetened vanilla
- For the layers:
- 1 1/3 cups raspberries fresh
- 1 1/2 cups brownies torn into chunks, store-bought, gluten-free
- 1/4 cup sweetened coconut flakes
Instructions
For the Rim:
- Melt the baking chips in your microwave for 20 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until melted.
- Pour the melted chocolate on a small plate and sprinkle the sweetened coconut flakes on a separate small plate.
- Dip two large parfait glasses, rim side down, in the chocolate, followed by the coconut. Allow to chill in the refrigerator until hardened and ready to assemble.
To Make the Mousse:
- Melt the baking chips using the same method as the rim.
- Pour the melted chocolate, avocado, raspberries, sugar, vanilla extract, and vanilla almond milk into a food processor. Process until completely smooth and well combined.
To Layer:
- Take the chilled glasses out of the fridge and spoon 1/4 of the mousse into each glass.
- Top each layer of mousse with 2/3 cup of fresh raspberries.
- Follow the raspberries with 1/2 cup of brownie chunks per glass.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of coconut over the brownie chunks per glass.
- Finish by dividing the remaining mousse and, finally, the remaining brownie chunks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 381 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 381kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 168mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 245mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 38g | 76% |
| Vitamin A | 43IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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