Chocolate Avocado Mousse
A quick, creamy, and healthy dessert made from ripe avocados and cocoa powder, perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings without the guilt.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado Should yield slightly when pressed.
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder Use strong cocoa for best flavor.
- 2 to 4 tablespoons milk of choice Adjust for desired consistency.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Add for flavor enhancement.
- 1 pinch salt Enhances sweetness.
- 1 to 2 tablespoons no sugar sweetener (optional) Add to taste for sweetness.
Optional Toppings
- berries For garnish.
- chopped nuts For added crunch.
- cacao nibs For chocolate lovers.
- unsweetened whipped cream Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Scoop the avocado into a food processor or blender.
- Add cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, and 2 tablespoons of milk.
- Blend until smooth, then scrape down the sides.
- If the mousse is too thick, gradually add the remaining milk a little at a time and blend again.
- Taste the mousse and decide if you want to add sweetener. Blend again until creamy.
- Chill the mousse for 20 to 30 minutes for extra thickness or serve immediately.
Notes
Store any leftovers by spooning into a small container, pressing plastic wrap onto the surface to limit air exposure, then refrigerating. Best consumed within 1 to 2 days.