Paleo Chocolate Avocado Mousse
A luscious, dairy-free mousse made with ripe avocado, rich cacao, and natural sweeteners—perfect for dessert, emotional eating, or pretending you’re fancy.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder or raw cacao for extra sass
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp almond milk unsweetened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional: 1 tsp espresso powder if you want drama
Instructions
- Slice the avocado, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a blender.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla, and salt.
- Blend until smooth, creamy, and too good to be true.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Spoon into bowls and chill for 30 minutes if you want it thick and fancy.
- Or eat it immediately and pretend it’s chilled.
- Garnish with berries, shredded coconut, or cacao nibs—optional, but glam.
- Store leftovers in the fridge, if you actually have any.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Vitamin K: 14%
- Folate: 12%
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 10%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or cayenne for a spicy twist.
- Use frozen avocado chunks if you're in a rush and want mousse now.
- Swap almond milk for coconut milk for extra creaminess.
- Double the batch—you’ll wish you had.
- Eat straight from the blender if no one’s watching. (We won’t judge.)
This mousse is a mood, a movement, and maybe your next obsession. Chocolate therapy has officially arrived—no oven, no drama required.