3 Ingredient Healthy Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Who would have thought that avocado would end up in one of my favorite chocolate desserts? The first time someone mentioned avocado chocolate mousse I honestly thought they had completely lost it. Avocado? In dessert? Surely that couldn’t work.

Well… I was wrong.

This healthy avocado chocolate mousse is rich, creamy, naturally sweetened with banana and made with just three simple ingredients: avocado, banana and raw cacao powder. It takes only a few minutes to make and the best part? You can eat it immediately. No waiting around for it to set!

I’ve always loved using avocado in sweet recipes because it creates such an incredibly silky texture. Just like in my avocado chocolate mousse with dates, it makes the mousse wonderfully creamy without needing cream or eggs.

Recipe Ingredients

For this easy chocolate avocado mousse you’ll only need:

• Raw cacao powder – gives the mousse its rich chocolate flavor. Regular unsweetened cocoa powder also works.
• Ripe avocado – the riper, the creamier your mousse will be. A perfectly ripe avocado also has the mildest flavor.
• Bananas – ripe bananas provide all the sweetness this mousse needs. If your bananas aren’t very ripe you can always add a little maple syrup, honey (if you’re not making it vegan) or a few drops of liquid stevia.

How To Make Avocado Chocolate Mousse

1. Place the bananas and avocado flesh into a high-speed blender. A regular blender will work but the mousse will be less smooth
2. Add the raw cacao powder.
3. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
4. Spoon into small serving glasses.
5. Top with fresh raspberries and cacao nibs if you like.

You can serve it immediately or chill it for a little while if you prefer it extra cold.

Possible Substitutions

Not a fan of banana? You can replace it with soft Medjool dates. They blend beautifully into the mousse and give it a lovely caramel-like sweetness. If you’re using regular dried dates, soak them in warm water first or add a splash of plant-based milk while blending.

A little vanilla extract is also delicious if you want to give the mousse a little extra flavor.

Why Avocado Works So Well

Chocolate mousse with avocado has been around for quite a while now, especially in the healthier food world. When I first came across it I was extremely sceptical. Chocolate mousse without cream? Surely not.

Traditional chocolate mousse relies on whipped cream and egg whites for that airy texture. Avocado does something completely different. It creates a rich, velvety consistency while keeping the recipe entirely plant-based.

And if you’re worried that the mousse will taste like avocado: don’t be. Once blended with banana and cacao, the avocado becomes incredibly neutral. All you taste is rich chocolate with a wonderfully creamy texture.

A Healthier Chocolate Dessert

While this is definitely still a dessert, it’s a lighter alternative to traditional chocolate mousse. The sweetness comes from fruit, while avocado provides healthy unsaturated fats that also make the mousse extra filling.

It isn’t a keto recipe because of the banana, but it is naturally dairy-free, vegan and incredibly easy to make. No whipping cream, no eggs and no chilling required.

No Coconut Needed

I love coconut, but sometimes it’s nice to have a recipe that doesn’t rely on coconut milk or coconut cream. If you eat a lot of paleo recipes you’ll know coconut tends to appear everywhere!

This recipe keeps things simple with banana as the natural sweetener. If your bananas aren’t very ripe you can always add a little extra sweetener to taste.

How To Make The Smoothest Avocado Chocolate Mousse

A high-speed blender will give you the silkiest, smoothest chocolate mousse. A food processor works too, but the texture may be slightly less smooth, especially when using dates instead of banana.

Serving Suggestions

I love serving this mousse with fresh raspberries. The slight tartness is perfect with the rich chocolate flavor. A sprinkle of cacao nibs or a little grated dark chocolate also works beautifully.

Because the mousse is quite rich, I usually serve it in small glasses. I do have a ridiculous amount of chocolate mousse recipes on the site so if you’re looking for an alternative check out one of the below recipes as well.

• Chocolate mousse with olive oil
• Italian chocolate mousse
• Chocolate mousse with dates and avocado
• Easy vegan chocolate mousse

Storage

Refrigerator: Store covered in the fridge for up to 2 days. Because of the banana the colour may darken slightly, but the flavour will still be delicious.

Freezer: You can freeze the mousse for up to 1 month. Let it thaw in the refrigerator before serving or enjoy it semi-frozen as a healthy chocolate ice cream.

FAQ Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Can I taste the avocado?

No. The cacao and banana completely mask the avocado flavor while the avocado simply creates a wonderfully creamy texture.

Can I make this without banana?

Yes! Replace the banana with soft Medjool dates. You may need a splash of almond, oat or soy milk to help everything blend smoothly.

Which cocoa is best?

Raw cacao powder gives the richest flavor, but regular unsweetened cocoa powder works perfectly too.

Can I prepare it in advance?

Yes, you can make it a day ahead and keep it refrigerated until you’re ready to serve.

Is this mousse vegan?

Yes, as written the recipe is completely vegan and dairy-free.

Is avocado chocolate mousse healthy?

It’s always hard to say if something is healthy or not. It’s is healthier than a regular chocolate mousse, but if you’re watching calorie intake this might still not be what you want. The avocado has lots of fats and although it contains healthy fats, it might still be too much for you.

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