Avocado Chocolate Mousse (Printable Version)

A creamy blend of avocado and chocolate delivering rich, smooth texture and wholesome taste in minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main

01 - 2 large ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
02 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Optional Toppings

07 - Fresh berries
08 - Shaved dark chocolate
09 - Whipped coconut cream
10 - Chopped nuts

# How to Make It:

01 - Place avocado flesh, cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and sea salt in a food processor or high-speed blender.
02 - Process until completely smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down sides as needed.
03 - Taste mixture and adjust sweetness or cocoa powder to your preference.
04 - Spoon mixture evenly into serving glasses or bowls.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for optimal texture.
06 - Top with fresh berries, shaved chocolate, whipped coconut cream, or chopped nuts.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like something from a fancy restaurant but comes together in ten minutes flat
  • The creamy texture is impossible to achieve without heavy cream or eggs
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  • If your avocado isn't perfectly ripe, the texture will be slightly grainy no matter how long you blend
  • This mousse actually improves overnight if you can manage not to eat it all immediately
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  • A high-speed blender makes all the difference between good and restaurant-quality texture
  • Serve this in clear glass to see people's faces when they taste how creamy it is