Save A rich, creamy chocolate mousse made with ripe avocados and dark chocolate, finished with fresh raspberries for a burst of flavor and color.
I first tried this avocado chocolate mousse at a family get-together. The velvety texture and deep chocolate flavor surprised everyone—no one guessed the creamy base was avocado! Now it's a favorite for weeknights and celebrations alike.
Ingredients
- Ripe avocados: 2 large, peeled and pitted
- Dark chocolate: 100 g (3.5 oz), 70% cocoa, chopped
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 3 tbsp
- Pure maple syrup (or honey): 4 tbsp
- Vanilla extract: 2 tsp, pure
- Sea salt: Pinch
- Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice): 3 tbsp, more as needed
- Fresh raspberries: 125 g (1 cup), for topping
- Dark chocolate, shaved or finely chopped: 1 tbsp, optional, for topping
- Fresh mint leaves: Optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Melt chocolate:
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- Blend mousse:
- In a food processor, combine the avocados, melted dark chocolate, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Adjust consistency:
- Add almond milk, one tablespoon at a time, and blend until the mousse reaches your desired consistency.
- Sweeten to taste:
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more maple syrup.
- Chill:
- Spoon the mousse evenly into 4 serving glasses or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and allow flavors to meld.
- Serve:
- Before serving, top each mousse with fresh raspberries, shaved chocolate, and mint leaves if desired.
Save My kids love decorating their mousse bowls with raspberries and chocolate shavings. It's become a fun kitchen moment we share after dinner together.
Required Tools
Food processor or high-powered blender, heatproof bowl, spatula, serving glasses or bowls
Allergen Information
Contains tree nuts (if using almond milk), may contain traces of dairy or soy (check chocolate label), gluten-free, always check ingredient labels for potential allergens and cross-contamination
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 270 calories, 17 g total fat, 29 g carbohydrates, 4 g protein
Save Serve chilled and enjoy every spoonful—no one will guess that avocado is the secret ingredient in this creamy chocolate treat!
Cooking Questions
- → How do avocados affect the mousse texture?
Avocados create a silky, creamy base while adding healthy fats that enhance the mousse’s rich mouthfeel without heaviness.
- → Can I use different berries for the topping?
Yes, substituting raspberries with strawberries, blackberries, or mixed berries provides great flavor variations and color.
- → What’s the best method to melt the chocolate?
Melting chocolate gently over a double boiler prevents burning and ensures smooth, even melting for mixing.
- → Is it necessary to chill the mousse?
Chilling enhances flavor melding and helps the mousse set to a soft, scoopable consistency for serving.
- → Are there tips for adjusting sweetness?
Maple syrup or honey sweetness can be increased gradually during blending to match personal taste preferences.
- → How to make this mousse vegan-friendly?
Use vegan-certified dark chocolate and maple syrup, and substitute any non-vegan ingredients as needed for compliance.