3 Ingredient Avocado Chocolate Mousse
A velvety, naturally sweet chocolate mousse made with ripe fruit, creamy avocado, and cocoa powder. This simple dessert or snack comes together quickly and may be served immediately or chilled for a firmer, colder finish.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large very ripe banana peeled
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Add the ripe avocado, banana, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, sea salt, ground cinnamon, and maple syrup to a small blender or mini food processor.
- If the mixture seems too thick to process smoothly, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of water or non-dairy milk to assist with blending.
- Blend until the mousse becomes entirely smooth and creamy, with no visible lumps remaining.
- Taste the mixture after blending and assess the sweetness.
- For a sweeter result, incorporate an additional teaspoon of maple syrup and blend again briefly. A very ripe banana will usually provide enough natural sweetness on its own.
- Spoon the mousse into a serving dish or storage container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour if a colder, more set texture is preferred.
- Serve chilled, or enjoy immediately for a quick chocolate treat.
Notes
A fully ripe banana is important for natural sweetness and the best texture.
A splash of water or non-dairy milk may be used only as needed to help the blender run smoothly.
The mousse may be eaten right away, though chilling gives it a cooler and slightly firmer consistency.
A splash of water or non-dairy milk may be used only as needed to help the blender run smoothly.
The mousse may be eaten right away, though chilling gives it a cooler and slightly firmer consistency.