I have to be honest. I can’t say that I’d not rather have the real thing (i.e. that divine concoction loaded with chocolate, cream and sugar – if you’re after that, you can find it here). But, when you need to go easy on the sweet stuff this Chocolate Avocado Mousse is a really nice way of eating healthily and yet feeling like you’re having a bit of a splurge.
Avocado, whipped up, is thick, creamy and well.. non-avocado like. And when you add a really good quality cocoa and a hint of natural sweetness, you’re onto something not too dissimilar from the real thing. And you can eat it to your heart’s content with no guilt! Thanks to Nicola Jane Hobbs at Mind Body Green.com for this great little recipe. Enjoy!
Chocolate Avocado Mousse
This Chocolate Avocado Mousse is as delicious as it is easy! With just a few wholesome ingredients and a quick whirl in the food processor, you'll create a surprisingly rich dessert. The avocado provides creaminess, a touch of sweetness balances the cocoa, and a hint of vanilla adds warmth.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup raw cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa
- 1/4 cup coconut milk or almond milk
- 2 tsp stevia or other natural sweetener like honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp natural vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add the avocado, cocao powder, almond/coconut milk, stevia (or other sweetener), and vanilla into a food processor and blitz till smooth.
- Pile the mixture into one or two dishes and put in the fridge to chill.
- When ready to eat, serve with toasted almonds or berries (my favourite).
Nutrition
Calories 241kcal (12%)Carbohydrates 20g (7%)Protein 5g (10%)Fat 22g (34%)Saturated Fat 8g (50%)Polyunsaturated Fat 2gMonounsaturated Fat 11gSodium 13mg (1%)Potassium 713mg (20%)Fiber 11g (46%)Sugar 1g (1%)Vitamin A 147IU (3%)Vitamin C 10mg (12%)Calcium 31mg (3%)Iron 3mg (17%)
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