| Prep: 10 mins | Cook: No cook | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 228 | 15g | 6g | 22g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 16g | 6g | 3g | 0.10g |
Despite growing up in the land of rain and evergreens – Seattle – and being deeply enmeshed in my Japanese heritage, food took me on a journey to a new realm of flavors when I first encountered the creamy, delectable dish called Chocolate Avocado Mousse. It’s an enriched fusion of flavors and health benefits that draws forth something fantastic from the usual and familiar.
A True Fusion Dish
Just as sushi rolls bring together fresh seafood and vinegared rice, this chocolate mousse is a fine blend of different tastes and textures. Avocados have a rather unique quality, a creaminess, which when paired with the right ingredients, can transform into something entirely different. In this case, it fuses with the bitter charm of cocoa to create a delight that’s almost reminiscent of a traditional Japanese dessert, such as a chocolate Anmitsu.
Chocolate Avocado Mousse: Health Benefits in a Dessert
What makes this Chocolate Avocado Mousse recipe truly remarkable is how it merges pleasure with health. Avocados are known for their rich supplies of healthy fats, fiber, and numerous vitamins and minerals. Add raw honey and you pick up traces of antioxidants and local pollens that can help with allergies. But it doesn’t stop there; cocoa itself is also chock full of antioxidants, can aid in reducing inflammation, and offers a natural mood lift.
A Perfect Partner to Any Meal
Just as you might pair a robust glass of red wine with a good steak, this mousse complements any meal beautifully. Its light, smooth texture makes it a great palate cleanser after a savory dinner. This Chocolate Avocado Mousse pairs particularly well with dishes that have a bit of heat – it provides a cool, sweet contrast to spicy foods. Fancy it after a sushi meal, or even as a quirkier match-up to a Mexican-inspired feast.
Indulge in it as a standalone treat or pair it with something more adventurous; the rich, chocolaty decadence of this avocado mousse is a dish that finds its home in any meal, any occasion, and any culture. It’s a testament to the limitless power of flavors, an edible evidence of food’s ability to transcend borders and combine worlds.
What You’ll Need
- 2 ripe avocados
- 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3-4 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of sea salt
- 6 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- Fresh berries for garnish
Method
Step One
Begin by halving the avocados and removing the pits. Scoop out the flesh and place it into a food processor or blender.
Step Two
Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt to the food processor or blender.
Step Three
Start the blender or food processor and gradually add the unsweetened almond milk while it’s running. Continue to blend until the mixture is rich and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary.
Step Four
Once the mousse is smooth and well combined, take a moment to taste and adjust the flavors as needed. If you’d like it to be sweeter, add more honey.
Step Five
Pour the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until you’re ready to serve. This will allow the mousse to firm up slightly and the flavors to develop.
Step Six
When you’re ready to serve, garnish each bowl of mousse with fresh berries and enjoy this delicious and healthy dessert!
