Description
This Avocado Chocolate Mousse is a creamy, dairy-free dessert made with ripe avocados and rich milk chocolate. It blends smooth cocoa, a hint of cinnamon and chili powder for a unique twist, and is naturally sweetened with honey. Perfect as a quick pudding or chilled for a thicker mousse, topped with fresh berries and whipped cream for an elegant finish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
- 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder, divided
Optional Toppings
- whipped cream
- sliced strawberries
- raspberries
- chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30 second increments, stirring between each, watching closely to prevent burning. Once nearly melted, remove and stir until smooth. Set aside.
- Prepare the Avocado Mixture: Halve and pit the avocados. Scoop the flesh into a blender, then add the melted chocolate, cocoa powder, milk, vanilla extract, honey, salt, half the chili powder, and half the cinnamon. Blend until completely smooth.
- Chill or Serve: You can enjoy the mousse immediately as a pudding or cover it and refrigerate for 2 hours to achieve a thicker, creamier texture.
- Add Toppings: Before serving, top with whipped cream, sliced strawberries, and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon and chili powder for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Chocolate melts very quickly and can burn easily, so watch the chocolate carefully during microwaving and stir often.
- Scrape the sides and bottom of the blender once or twice during blending to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- When refrigerating, cover the mousse with plastic wrap placed directly on the surface to prevent a dry top layer from forming.
