Chocolate Orange Avocado Mousse Recipe
A rich and creamy chocolate orange avocado mousse that blends the natural creaminess of ripe avocado with vibrant orange juice and zesty cocoa for a healthy, dairy-free dessert. Sweetened with maple syrup and infused with melted semi-sweet chocolate, this mousse offers a decadent yet nutritious treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe medium avocado (about 95 grams)
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 1/2 tsp orange zest (plus extra for topping)
- 2 tbsp Dutch cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup melted semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the avocado: Wash, halve, and scoop the flesh of a ripe medium avocado into a food processor or blender to start your mousse base.
- Add flavor ingredients: Into the processor, add the orange juice, orange zest, Dutch cocoa powder, melted semi-sweet chocolate chips, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt to build layers of flavor.
- Blend to smooth: Mix all the ingredients for 1-2 minutes until the mousse is completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness or cocoa to your preference.
- Chill the mousse: Using a piping bag, fill your ramequins or serving glasses with the mousse. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set and chill before serving.
- Optional topping: Garnish with coconut whipped cream and extra orange zest for an added fresh and creamy touch before enjoying your healthy chocolate orange avocado dessert.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup for different sweetener options.
- Use ripe avocados for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- For a vegan option, ensure the melted chocolate chips are dairy-free.
- Adjust the orange zest and juice to taste to increase or decrease citrus intensity.
- This mousse stores well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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