Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Chilling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Calories (approx. per serving): 250 kcal
Ingredients:
- Ripe avocados: 2 medium-sized
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 4 tablespoons
- Pure maple syrup: 3 tablespoons
- Almond milk (or any plant-based milk): 60 ml
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: Fresh berries, chopped nuts, or coconut shavings
Instructions:
- Prepare Avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
- Add Ingredients: Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the blender.
- Blend: Blend everything until completely smooth. You may need to scrape down the sides a few times.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the mousse and adjust the sweetness or cocoa intensity as desired. If the mousse is too thick, add a little more almond milk.
- Chill: Transfer the mousse into serving dishes and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Serve: Before serving, top with your choice of fresh berries, chopped nuts, or coconut shavings.
Tips:
- Consistency: For a thicker mousse, use less milk. For a creamier texture, add more.
- Sweetness: Adjust the maple syrup to suit your taste, or use a different sweetener like agave syrup.
- Toppings: Experiment with different toppings like mint leaves, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or even a dollop of vegan whipped cream.
This dessert offers a rich, chocolate flavour with the health benefits of avocados, which are high in good fats and nutrients.
