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Chocolate Avocado Mousse

For a rich, velvety dessert with a boost of healthy fats, this chocolate avocado mousse is a game-changer. Avocados create a creamy texture while providing heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, and potassium.
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Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or any milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • Optional toppings: whipped coconut cream cocoa nibs, fresh berries

Instructions
 

  • Halve the avocados, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a food processor.
  • Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the food processor.
  • Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  • Taste the mousse and adjust sweetness if desired by adding more maple syrup.
  • Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes or bowls.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up and enhance flavors.
  • Serve chilled, topped with whipped coconut cream, cocoa nibs, or fresh berries if desired.