Silky chocolate mousse with avocado, dairy-free and vegan. Enjoy a rich, elegant treat in just 15 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Mousse
01 - 2 large ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
02 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/4 cup plant-based milk (almond, oat, or soy)
04 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or agave nectar
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Garnish (optional)
07 - Dairy-free whipped cream or coconut cream
08 - Fresh berries (raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries)
09 - Shaved dark chocolate (vegan if desired)
10 - Mint leaves
# Instructions:
01 - Place avocados, cocoa powder, plant-based milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt into a food processor or high-speed blender.
02 - Blend the mixture until it achieves a completely smooth and creamy consistency, ensuring to scrape down the sides of the processor or blender as needed.
03 - Taste the mousse and adjust the sweetness level, if desired, by incorporating additional maple syrup.
04 - Spoon the prepared mousse into individual serving cups or small bowls.
05 - Refrigerate the mousse for a minimum of 1 hour to allow it to firm up and for the flavors to meld.
06 - Prior to serving, adorn the top of each mousse cup with your preferred optional garnishes, such as dairy-free whipped cream, fresh berries, shaved chocolate, and mint leaves.