Enjoy creamy Vegan Chocolate Avocado Mousse at home. Plus, it is rich and dairy-free. Also, it makes a healthy dessert everyone loves.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup maple syrup or date syrup
- ¼ cup plant milk (almond, oat, or soy)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp melted coconut oil (optional, for extra richness)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add avocados to a food processor or blender. Meanwhile, make sure they are ripe for a smooth texture.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, plant milk, vanilla, coconut oil, and salt. Then, blend until creamy.
- Scrape down the sides. Next, blend again until completely smooth.
- Taste and adjust sweetness. Also, add more plant milk if needed.
- Transfer to serving bowls. Finally, chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Tips for the Best Mousse
- Use very ripe avocados, so the texture stays silky.
- Also, sift cocoa powder to prevent bitterness.
- Chill before serving, because flavors deepen as it sets.
- Add sweetener gradually, while balancing richness.
Variations
- Peanut Butter Chocolate: Add 1–2 tbsp peanut butter for extra creaminess.
- Orange Chocolate: Add orange zest, so flavor feels brighter.
- Espresso Chocolate: Add ½ tsp instant coffee, while enhancing cocoa flavor.
- Low-Sugar: Reduce sweetener, but keep cocoa rich.
Health Benefits
- Avocados provide healthy fats, so they support heart health.
- Cocoa is rich in antioxidants, while boosting mood naturally.
- Dairy-free and egg-free, therefore suitable for vegan diets.
- Naturally gluten-free, so it fits many lifestyles.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, approx.)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
Kid-Friendly Version
- Use less cocoa, so the taste stays mild.
- Blend extra smooth, because kids prefer creamy textures.
- Serve in small cups, while adding berries or banana slices.
- Call it “chocolate pudding,” so kids feel excited to try it.
