One of my favorite things to cook used to be custard. It is so rich, creamy and delicious yet deceptively easy to make. However, in the new world of clean eating, I find myself yearning for a healthier version of creamy goodness for dessert. A version of custard free of sugar and cream and filled with plants. Plant based custard, you say? Yes. Yes, I do! That’s why I’ve started using Avocado. The best part is this recipe is even easier to make than traditional custard! All you need to do is throw everything in the food processor or blender, wait 1 minute, and you are done! Throw some berries on there and you have yourself the perfect chocolate avocado mousse with mixed berries. Now that’s my kind of immediate gratification.
When I’m still hungry after dinner, it usually has something to do with the fat content I’ve consumed that day. A little high fat treat at the end of the day makes me feel satisfied, that is if its the good kind of fats. And this this chocolate avocado mousse with mixed berries has the best kind of fats. According to this article, avocados are virtually the only fruit with monosaturated fats and they are known as a super-fat. And while there are nutritional debates about coconut fats, in moderation they can be great for your health! Add that to the antioxidant-packed berries make a nice, juicy compliment to the rich and creamy mousse, and you’ve got yourself one healthy dessert.
For a while I was avoiding chocolate. It causes my skin to break out if I have too much. If that’s you, rest assured that this mousse is equally as good with carob powder, so you don’t have to miss out! You can have this, too! Just swap in equal amounts carob powder for cocoa powder.
–Chocolate Avocado Mousse with Mixed Berries Recipe–
Ingredients:
- avocado, 1/2
- honey, 1/2 tbsp (sub 2 soaked dates for vegan option)
- cocoa powder, 1 1/2 tbsp
- coconut cream, 4 tbsp
- water, 1 tbsp
- mixed berries, a few, for garnish
- mint, 1 sprig, optional
Tools:
- blender or food processor (I use a magic bullet and love it for small quantities)
Directions:
- place all ingredients into the food processor
- blend until evenly mixed
- spoon into small glasses and top with mixed berries and mint (optional)
- serve and enjoy
Chocolate Avocado Mousse with Mixed Berries
A simple 5 ingredient, plant-based and paleo dessert made of avocados, coconut, and berries. Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Refined Sugar Free, your guests won't realize how healthy this treat is!
Prep Time 10 minutesTotal Time 10 minutesServings 1Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 tbsp Honey (sub 2 soaked dates for vegan option)
- 11/2 tbsp Cocoa powder
- 4 tbsp Coconut cream
- 1 tbsp Water
- a few Mixed Berries for garnish
- 1 sprig mint for garnish, optional
Instructions
Directions:
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place all ingredients into the food processor
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blend until evenly mixed
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spoon into small glasses and top with mixed berries and mint (optional)
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serve and enjoy
Recipe Notes
Also great with Coconut Whipped Cream on top!
If not eating chocolate, swap equal parts carob powder to replace the cocoa powder. It is equally as good!
This looks really yummy. I do not like coconut cream though, do you have suggestions on a substitute?
The coconut cream is used to create a thinner texture, so you can substitute that with another milk product. Cashew, organic dairy, macadamia nut or almond milk will work. Try with 3 tablespoons first and add more if needed as coconut cream is thicker. If you want a creamier texture you can use 2 tbsp non dairy yogurt and 2 tbsp dairy free milk. 🙂
I would like to use Stevia instead of honey. How do I calculate the difference?
The conversion tables say to use a 1/3 tsp stevia liquid for every 1/4 cup of honey. Since this only calls for a 1/2 tbsp honey, you only need 1/24 tsp of stevia, so I’d add just a drop or two. Stevia is really concentrated so you don’t need much. If you’re trying to stay low on the glycemic scale I’d recommend using 1 soaked date (instead of the recommended 2 from the recipe’s vegan version) because the fiber in the whole dates actually helps stabilize blood sugar and it has lots of other healthy vitamins and minerals.
Tried this with carob powder (to make it AIP) and maple syrup and it was divine! 💟 My 6 yr old even loves it. Yay!
I have it with carob powder when I’m avoiding chocolate. It’s so good! It’s one of those recipes where I don’t even notice a difference. Glad you all liked it!!
I was beyond thrilled my daughter liked it too. This will really help us for a snack/dessert option at school since she is so limited.
I’m so glad!!
So glad it is helpful!