Surface-Smooth Chocolate Avocado Mousse

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

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Silky, dairy-free mousse made with ripe avocados and dark chocolate, perfect for a Microsoft Surface-inspired dessert. This recipe (vegan, dairy-free), ready in about 15 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 220 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.

Prep: 15 min Serves 4 Desserts cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2, pitted ripe avocados
3 oz, melted dark chocolate
3 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp cocoa powder
pinch sea salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 2 pitted ripe avocados in a food processor and blend until completely smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
Step 2: Add 3 oz melted dark chocolate, 3 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, and a pinch of sea salt; blend for 2 minutes until completely smooth and glossy.
Step 3: Divide mixture into 4 serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set, then garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder before serving.