The Best Avocado Chocolate Mousse Recipe
This rich and creamy Avocado Chocolate Mousse combines the smoothness of ripe avocados with the indulgent flavor of dark chocolate, sweetened naturally with maple syrup and enhanced with subtle hints of balsamic vinegar and soy sauce. This vegan, dairy-free dessert is easy to prepare using a gentle melting technique and a blender, resulting in a luscious mousse perfect for a healthy indulgence or elegant treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes plus chilling time
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 ounces vegan dark chocolate
- 2 large avocados, pitted and flesh scooped out
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons liquid coconut oil
- ½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon soy sauce (or tamari, or coconut aminos)
- 1 pinch salt
Garnishes (Optional)
- Dark chocolate, chopped or shaved
- Sprigs of mint
- Crushed raspberries
- Whipped coconut cream
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: Add 1 cup of water to a medium saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over low heat. Place a double boiler insert or heat-safe glass bowl on top of the saucepan, ensuring the bowl’s bottom does not touch the water. Add the vegan dark chocolate pieces into the bowl and stir occasionally until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Blend Ingredients: Transfer the melted chocolate to a blender. Add the pitted avocados, maple syrup, liquid coconut oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and a pinch of salt. Blend on high speed until the mixture is very smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to achieve a uniform, creamy texture.
- Chill and Serve: Pour the mousse mixture into serving cups or bowls. You can serve it immediately as a creamy avocado chocolate pudding or refrigerate it for at least 2 hours to allow it to thicken to a mousse consistency. Before serving, garnish with chopped or shaved dark chocolate, fresh sprigs of mint, crushed raspberries, or a dollop of whipped coconut cream to enhance flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use high-quality vegan dark chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with agave nectar or another liquid sweetener if preferred.
- Balsamic vinegar and soy sauce add depth and enhance the chocolate flavor but can be omitted if desired.
- This mousse is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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