Cocoa-Spiced Chocolate Avocado Mousse

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-31 · Updated 2026-07-31

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A rich and creamy chocolate mousse with a subtle warm spice, made healthier with ripe avocado for a smooth texture. This recipe (vegan), ready in about 10 minutes, layers ripe avocados, 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 190 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.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 International cuisine 190 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium, peeled and pitted ripe avocados
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp sea salt
2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
2 tbsp, for garnish dark chocolate shavings
4 leaves, for garnish fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: In a food processor, combine 2 peeled and pitted ripe avocados, 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper, and 1/4 tsp sea salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 2: With the processor running, slowly add 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk to adjust consistency until the mousse is light and silky, scraping down the sides as needed.
Step 3: Taste and adjust sweetness or spice if desired. Spoon the mousse into 4 small serving glasses or bowls.
Step 4: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish each serving with 1/2 tbsp dark chocolate shavings and 1 fresh mint leaf.