Description
A simple, creamy, and guilt-free vegan chocolate mousse made with just five wholesome ingredients, perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings without dairy or refined sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium ripe avocados (about 10.5 oz peeled / 300g)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (about 0.9 oz / 25g)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (60 ml)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Optional: 1 tablespoon almond or cashew milk (to thin mousse if desired)
- Optional: A dash of cinnamon
Instructions
- Slice ripe avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Add unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt on top of the avocado.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is velvety and smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add almond or cashew milk if the mousse is too thick.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or chocolate intensity by adding more maple syrup or cocoa powder, then blend briefly again.
- Transfer mousse to serving bowls or jars and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken and develop flavor.
- Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh berries, shaved dark chocolate, or toasted coconut.
Notes
Use ripe avocados only to avoid bitterness and grainy texture. Blend thoroughly for a silky smooth mousse. Maple syrup provides the best natural sweetness balance. Chill mousse for at least 30 minutes for best flavor and texture. Stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days; avoid freezing.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/2 cu
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 17
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 3
Keywords: vegan chocolate mousse, avocado dessert, dairy-free mousse, healthy chocolate dessert, easy vegan dessert