If you’ve never tried avocado chocolate mousse before, this healthy recipe will take you completely by surprise!
It is rich and silky smooth… and you really can’t taste the avocado.
Super Healthy Chocolate Avocado Mousse
The idea of avocado chocolate mousse has been popular on the health food scene for years, but some of the recipes out there are unfortunately so awful they only prove true mainstream society’s claim that avocado chocolate mousse is too weird or too healthy to really be dessert.
This is exactly what happened to me a few years back when one of my friends found a recipe for avocado chocolate mousse and decided we should try it. The results were so terrible that it took me five years to even think about coming up with my own version of the popular dessert.
(Note to self: Always be suspicious of a chocolate pudding recipe that does not call for any salt whatsoever.)
However, when the subject of avocado chocolate mousse came up on the blog a few weeks ago when I posted my 20 favorite Healthy Chocolate Recipes, I was finally inspired to give the idea a second chance.
And I’m so glad I did! With the right recipe, avocado chocolate mousse can be really good, for a healthy dessert or not!
Above – watch the video how to make avocado chocolate mousse!
The best part about this avocado chocolate mousse is that it tastes so decadent and so sinful that you completely forget you’re getting so many health benefits at the same time!
Avocados are 100% cholesterol-free, contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients; and just one serving of the superfood offers eight percent of the daily value of fiber—a nutrient which provides a feeling of fullness and has also been found to potentially reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.
With less than one gram of sugar per ounce, avocados have the least amount of sugar per serving of any fruit, and they act as a “nutrient booster” by helping the body to better absorb fat-soluble nutrients.
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Vegan Avocado Chocolate Mousse
When I was asked to help raise awareness and get the word out about National Diabetes Month—which takes place every November—I immediately wanted to help. My grandfather had diabetes for as long as I knew him, and I know many readers of this blog are also all too familiar with the disease.
Nearly 30 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes, and another 86 million are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes in the future. The HAAS Avocado Board (HAB) has joined the American Diabetes Association in the national Stop Diabetes movement, with a campaign goal of helping to increase awareness about the role that good fats play in daily nutrition.
And I couldn’t think of a better time than Hug A Fat Month to post this particular recipe – because it is full of healthy fats!
The recipe is vegan, paleo, gluten free, and you can even use a sugar free sweetener if you want to make a low carb or keto avocado chocolate mousse.
The message I’m trying to convey with this post isn’t that eating avocado chocolate mousse will cure diabetes. (If only it were that simple.) But the American Diabetes Association wants people to choose a sensible diet that includes healthy fats—such as avocados—in moderation and in place of higher-cholesterol foods.
Eat delicious foods, enjoy what you are eating, and really be mindful by savoring food slowly so that you eat less and feel more satisfied.
Leftover avocado? Try this Avocado Smoothie Recipe
Avocado Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients
- flesh of 2 ripe avocados (240g)
- 1/4 cup regular cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup dutch cocoa OR melted chocolate chips
- 3-4 tbsp milk of choice
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
- sweetener of choice to taste (I like 1/4 cup pure maple syrup)
Instructions
- **You have two options for this recipe: The version with the chocolate chips will be richer; the version with the dutch cocoa (important to use dutch) will be lower in fat and sugar.Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor until completely smooth. (Watch the video above to see the recipe being made step-by-step.) I used 3 tbsp almond milk, but if you’re not using a liquid sweetener then you might want to add a little extra for a smoother consistency. If you make it, don’t forget to rate the recipe or leave a review below!View Nutrition Facts
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Notes
**Also, sorry to have left you hanging on my previous post! I’m so thrilled to know people are actually reading the commentary of my posts. In terms of the story’s “ending,” I don’t really believe in happy endings for people in their twenties. Your story shouldn’t be over yet.
Although I’m no longer dating the guy from the story, he is still one of my favorite people in the world. I believe some people are just meant to be in your life. And I’m really glad he is in mine!
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I’ve been loving avocado at the moment and wanting to try it in a pudding form so thanks, I’ve pinned x
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This looks like a delectable way to incorporate healthy fats as a treat! Thanks for the inspiration! Pinning to share 🙂
Every time I’ve made avocado pudding, I could definitely detect the avocado. I look forward to trying this recipe! 🙂
I made this and it was really good! Thanks for the recipe! 🙂
I love avocados!
I made this recipe today with 1/4 c. cacao nibs, stevia and also 1/2 frozen banana added to the pudding in my Vitamix. It was a winner!
I love this simple recipe…agreed Renee adding a banana would kick it up a notch. Thumbs up to this one !!
Wow this looks great!! I did avocado mousse once before and I have to say it was pretty gross. This one looks much more appealing!! Oh btw were you talking about the same guy in the panna cotta and the pumpkin risotto posts? Or are you still dating the guy in the panna cotta post? sorry if I’m nosy lol just curious! cuz the panna cotta post was adorable… 🙂
Yes, same guy 🙂
Hi Katie,
This looks really good. I have food allergies and can only use stevia or xylitol to sweeten food. I love avocados and especially chocolate so I can’t wait to try this. I have just started a food blog for other people like me with food allergies and wanted you to know I enjoy learning from your blog and of course some others out there also. You give me hope that I can reach and help some people who need cooking or baking ideas.
Currently licking mousse off my fingers before typing! Delicious!! Made this for my husband who’s learned his body does not tolerate eggs or dairy. We made with 5 Tablespoons brown sugar & 1.5t vanilla. Will try with vegan chocolate chips next time. He’s happy to have a chocolate (his favorite) snack he can eat!
Thank you for making it!!
Hi Katie –
I’ve been wanting to write you for months and now I finally am. I’ve made many of your recipes, particularly the ones with chocolate. One is better than the next. You are helping me to keep off the 35 pounds I lost two years ago without feeling deprived. Keep up the GREAT work!
This was good, but it didn’t remind me of mousse. This was more squarely in the chocolate pudding category for me since it wasn’t so light and fluffy – I wonder if you’d be able to get it that way by using an electric mixer after this. I also recommend refrigerating it for an hour or so after the mixture is done to get it a little thicker.
Mousse or not, this was tasty, thanks!
Also, you know what would be awesome with this? Crumble up some of your chocolate cookies or brownies on the bottom of this and make dirt cups, the kids’ dessert (that may be enjoyed by some adults too… 😉 )
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Great recipe! Next time I’m going to add some peppermint extract!
Is this supposed to taste like chocolate or avocado? Cause I made this recipe with only 1 avocado because I bought 2 but the 2nd one was too hard and I used knock off brand of sweetener and imitation vanilla? What did I do wrong it tasted so bitter! It went down the drain.
Unfortunately you made three changes to the recipe. I can only vouch for results if the recipe is followed, as otherwise it’s not my recipe. I also am not a fan of imitation vanilla.
If only this did cure diabetes. There’s a few people I’d force feed this to if it did (funnily enough they all detest avocados….). But as it doesn’t. I’ll just have to eat their servings as well as my own. Fair enough – right?
The recipes are fantastic!!!
I just tried this recipe and it is delicious.
I’d like to try making this for my toddler. How long can it keep in the fridge. Do you know if it can be frozen and thawed without charge to texture?
Sorry, have never actually tried freezing!
I have made this recipe numerous times since finding it. My daughter is intellectually disabled and has a real sweet tooth. I have too hide it so she will it her vegies first. It’s something I can give her which is healthy. Thank you, Judy