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Healthy No-Bake Chocolate Avocado Mousse - Rich Flavor, Light Ingredients

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large ripe avocados
  • 1/3–1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process or natural)
  • 1/4–1/3 cup maple syrup or honey (or 6–8 soft Medjool dates, pitted)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice), plus more as needed
  • 1–2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • Optional add-ins: 1–2 tablespoons almond butter or peanut butter, 1–2 tablespoons melted dark chocolate, 1/4 teaspoon espresso powder, pinch of cinnamon
  • Optional toppings: fresh berries, shaved dark chocolate, crushed nuts, coconut flakes, whipped coconut cream

Method
 

  1. Pick ripe avocados. They should be slightly soft when pressed and bright green inside without dark strings.
  2. Prep your ingredients. Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender or food processor. Measure cocoa powder, sweetener, milk, vanilla, and salt.
  3. Blend the base. Start on low, then increase speed until the mixture looks thick and smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  4. Adjust texture. If it’s too thick, add milk a tablespoon at a time. Aim for a spoonable, silky consistency.
  5. Taste and tweak. Add more cocoa for deeper chocolate, more sweetener for balance, or a pinch more salt to sharpen the flavor.
  6. Add extras if you like. Blend in almond butter for richness, melted dark chocolate for gloss and depth, or espresso powder to enhance the cocoa.
  7. Chill to set. Transfer to bowls or glasses and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes for a firmer mousse. You can also enjoy it right away.
  8. Garnish and serve. Top with berries, shaved chocolate, nuts, or a dollop of coconut cream. Serve cold.