Vegan Chocolate Avocado Mousse Cups (Printable Version)

Luscious chocolate mousse made creamy with avocados, topped with salty cacao crunch for a satisfying dairy-free dessert.

# Ingredient List:

→ Mousse

01 - 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
02 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/4 cup maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Sea Salt Crunch

07 - 1/4 cup raw cacao nibs
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped roasted almonds, optional
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
10 - Flaky sea salt for sprinkling

# Steps:

01 - In a food processor or high-powered blender, combine avocados, cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and fine sea salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
02 - Taste the mousse and adjust sweetness or chocolate intensity as desired by adding more maple syrup or cocoa powder.
03 - Divide the mousse evenly among 4 small serving cups or ramekins.
04 - In a small bowl, mix cacao nibs, chopped almonds if using, and 1 tablespoon maple syrup until evenly coated.
05 - Sprinkle the cacao nib mixture over each mousse cup and finish with a generous pinch of flaky sea salt on top.
06 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to achieve optimal texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Completely plant-based and gluten-free.
  • Rich, chocolatey flavor balanced by a satisfying salty-sweet crunch.
  • Quick to prepare with only 15 minutes of active work.
  • A healthy way to enjoy a sophisticated, creamy dessert.
02 -
  • Always use fully ripe avocados to ensure a creamy texture without any lumps.
  • Check ingredient labels for cacao nibs and milk alternatives to ensure they meet your specific dietary needs.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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