Four-Ingredient Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Name: Four-Ingredient Chocolate Avocado Mousse
Prep time: 10 min
Yield: 4

four ingredient chocolate avocado mousse healthy dessert vegan no dairy

Desserts

This surprisingly decadent chocolate mousse uses ripe avocados as the creamy base, combined with cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla to create a rich, velvety dessert that's both indulgent and surprisingly healthy.

Recipe Details

Units:

Metric Imperial

Servings:

Prep: 10 Cook: 0

Ingredients

2 large2 large very ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
45ml3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
90ml6 tbsp pure maple syrup
5ml1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Cut 2 large2 large very ripe avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a food processor or high-speed blender.
Add 45ml3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, 90ml6 tbsp pure maple syrup, and 5ml1 tsp pure vanilla extract to the avocados.
Process until completely smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup if desired, or more cocoa powder for deeper chocolate flavor.
Divide mousse among 4 serving glasses or ramekins.
Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and texture to firm up.
Serve garnished with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cocoa powder if desired.

Ingredients

id: ripe_avocados metric: 2 large imperial: 2 large name: very ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
id: unsweetened_cocoa_powder metric: 45ml imperial: 3 tbsp name: unsweetened cocoa powder
id: pure_maple_syrup metric: 90ml imperial: 6 tbsp name: pure maple syrup
id: vanilla_extract metric: 5ml imperial: 1 tsp name: pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Cut {ripe_avocados} in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a food processor or high-speed blender.
Add {unsweetened_cocoa_powder}, {pure_maple_syrup}, and {vanilla_extract} to the avocados.
Process until completely smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup if desired, or more cocoa powder for deeper chocolate flavor.
Divide mousse among 4 serving glasses or ramekins.
Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and texture to firm up.
Serve garnished with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cocoa powder if desired.

Tips

Avocado Selection: Use very ripe avocados that yield to gentle pressure. They should be creamy, not firm, for the smoothest mousse texture.

Cocoa Quality: Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor. Dutch-processed cocoa creates an even richer taste.

Sweetness Balance: Start with less maple syrup and add more to taste. The sweetness needed varies depending on the cocoa powder's intensity.

Smooth Texture: Process until completely smooth with no lumps. A high-speed blender works better than a food processor for ultimate smoothness.

Chilling Time: The mousse needs time to chill and set. It can be made up to 2 days ahead and actually improves with time.

Color Concern: Don't worry about the green tint - once chilled and garnished, nobody will guess the secret ingredient.

Make-Ahead: Perfect make-ahead dessert for entertaining. Keeps covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Variations: Add a pinch of espresso powder, orange zest, or a splash of rum extract for different flavor profiles.