No-Bake Mexican Chocolate Avocado Mousse

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

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Silky smooth avocado blended with rich Mexican chocolate, cinnamon, and a hint of chili for a decadent, healthy mousse dessert. This Mexican-inspired Cinco de Mayo recipe (vegan), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs ripe avocados, peeled and pitted, unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 Mexican cuisine 290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
3 oz Mexican chocolate bar (such as Abuelita), chopped
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp pinch cayenne pepper
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Melt 3 oz chopped Mexican chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring between bursts until smooth.
Step 2: In a food processor, combine 2 medium ripe peeled and pitted avocados, melted Mexican chocolate, 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp sea salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: For extra creaminess, add 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream and pulse to combine.
Step 4: Spoon mousse into serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Step 5: Garnish with a light dusting of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings if desired.