Chocolate Avocado Mousse
A rich, velvety chocolate mousse made creamy with ripe avocado, combining healthy fats with indulgent flavor for a smooth dessert experience. This recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 10 minutes, layers ripe avocado, unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe avocado
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp almond milk
- a pinch pinch of salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 2 medium ripe avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a food processor or blender.
- Step 2: Add 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 3 tbsp almond milk, and a pinch of salt to the blender.
- Step 3: Blend all ingredients on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Step 4: Taste and adjust sweetness by adding a bit more maple syrup if desired, then transfer to serving dishes.
- Step 5: Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving for a firmer texture.
