Guilt-Free Chocolate Avocado Mousse: Lusciously Simple
Enjoy a rich and creamy chocolate avocado mousse that’s surprisingly healthy. This guilt-free dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop the flesh into a food processor or blender.
- Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides a few times.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker mousse, use less milk.
- Add a tablespoon of espresso powder for a mocha flavor.
- Top with fresh berries or a sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 300 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 20g
- Sodium: Approx. 50mg
- Fat: Approx. 20g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30g
- Fiber: Approx. 10g
- Protein: Approx. 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg