It’s almost Friday, and the end of the week calls for chocolate. Always. This super-simple chocolate mousse requires no custard and uses a surprising ingredient that makes it lighter than traditional mousse: avocado. Ripe avocados give this dessert a silky, buttery texture while contributing healthy fats and a naturally creamy base.
At first I was skeptical, and my first attempt wasn’t great. The trick is to use very ripe avocados — not bruised, but soft enough that their flavor blends into the chocolate. If the avocados are underripe you may taste them in the finished mousse. I also find the best results come from combining good-quality melted chocolate with unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor and balanced sweetness.
This chocolate mousse is effortless: blend the ingredients, spoon into bowls, chill, and serve. It’s quick to prepare and makes an elegant, dairy-free dessert that’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you want something special without a lot of fuss.
Easy Chocolate Mousse
5 minutes
5 minutes
This rich, chocolatey mousse is made with avocados for a smooth, dairy-free dessert that’s quick to prepare and satisfyingly indulgent.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 4 very ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
- 2/3 cup agave (or stevia, granulated sugar, or powdered sugar)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Fresh raspberries or strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Set up a double boiler by placing a heat-safe bowl over a saucepan with water halfway up the pan. Bring the water to a gentle boil, add the chocolate chips, and stir until melted. Remove from heat and let the chocolate cool slightly.
- Place the avocados, agave (or chosen sweetener), cocoa powder, milk, vanilla, and salt into a blender or food processor. Pour in the melted chocolate. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Spoon the mousse into serving bowls, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours to set. Garnish with berries before serving. For best texture and flavor, eat within 48 hours.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6
Serving Size:
1/6th
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 429Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 108mgCarbohydrates: 49gFiber: 12gSugar: 29gProtein: 5g
