Description

A rich, fudgy, and creamy dairy-free dessert made with just avocados, dark chocolate, and maple syrup. This beginner-proof recipe is ready in minutes and requires no baking.

Ingredients

Scale

2 medium ripe avocados (about 300g flesh)
½ cup (85g) semi-sweet dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (60-70% cocoa)
2–3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of sea salt
Optional: ½ teaspoon espresso powder

Instructions

Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a bowl. Scrape off any brown spots or stringy bits to ensure pure green flesh.
Melt the dark chocolate gently in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until mostly melted. Let it cool slightly so it is not hot.
Add the avocado flesh, melted chocolate, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and optional espresso powder to a high-speed blender.
Blend on high speed for 60-90 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides with a spatula, until the mixture is completely smooth, glossy, and free of green bits or lumps.
Taste the mousse and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more maple syrup or a splash of plant-based milk if needed.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up. Top with fresh berries, coconut cream, or sea salt before serving.

Notes

Ensure avocados are very ripe for a smooth texture. Do not freeze the mousse as the texture may become grainy. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. If the mousse thickens too much upon chilling, stir in a teaspoon of plant-based milk to loosen it.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
Calories: 280
Sugar: 18
Sodium: 50
Fat: 18
Saturated Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 28
Fiber: 6
Protein: 5

Keywords: vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, avocado mousse, chocolate dessert, healthy dessert, 3-ingredient recipe, beginner dessert, no-bake