No-Bake Chocolate Avocado Pudding with Almond Butter
A rich and creamy chocolate pudding made without refined sugar, using ripe avocado and almond butter for natural sweetness and healthy fats. This desserts (sugar-free, gluten-free) ready in about 10 minutes layers medium ripe avocado, unsweetened cocoa powder, almond butter 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
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp almond butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp stevia powder
- 1/8 tsp sea 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. Add 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 3 tbsp almond butter, and 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk.
- Step 2: Add 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp stevia powder, and 1/8 tsp sea salt to the processor. Blend all ingredients on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Step 3: Spoon the pudding into serving bowls and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and the texture thicken before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Chocolate Avocado Pudding with Almond Butter take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Chocolate Avocado Pudding with Almond Butter?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Chocolate Avocado Pudding with Almond Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Chocolate Avocado Pudding with Almond Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is No-Bake Chocolate Avocado Pudding with Almond Butter sugar-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged sugar-free, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
