Dark Chocolate Avocado Mousse
A silky, dairy-free dessert made with ripe avocados, dark chocolate, and a touch of maple syrup for natural sweetness. This recipe (vegan, gluten-free), ready in about 55 minutes, layers ripe avocados, dark chocolate, 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 300 calories and feeds 8, 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
- 3 ripe avocados
- 8 oz (70% cacao) dark chocolate
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
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Instructions
- Step 1: Melt chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a simmering water bath. Let cool slightly.
- Step 2: In a food processor, combine avocados, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Pulse until smooth, then add melted chocolate and process until silky and glossy.
- Step 3: Fold in heavy cream and cocoa powder using a spatula. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Step 4: Before serving, spoon into chilled serving glasses and top with additional cocoa powder or fresh berries. Chill for 30 minutes to set.
