Sunlit Chocolate Avocado Mousse
A silky, dairy-free dessert made with avocado, cocoa, and a hint of cinnamon that glows with richness. This recipe (vegan), ready in about 70 minutes, layers avocado, 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 210 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
- 2 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Scoop the flesh from 2 ripe avocados into a blender, removing all seeds and skins. Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup almond milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 2: Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice if desired.
- Step 3: Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and chill for at least 1 hour. Serve in glasses or bowls, optionally topped with fresh berries or a dusting of cocoa powder.






