Low-Fat Chocolate Avocado Mousse
A rich, dairy-free dessert made with ripe avocados, cocoa powder, and a touch of maple syrup for a silky chocolate indulgence. This recipe (vegan, low-fat), 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 220 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Scoop out the pits from 3 ripe avocados and place in a blender. Add 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 cup almond milk, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Step 2: Pour the mixture into a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Step 3: Serve in individual bowls or glasses, garnished with fresh berries and a sprinkle of cocoa powder. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.






