Chocolate avocado mousse is one of those desserts that surprises people – in the best way. It looks and tastes like a rich, silky chocolate treat, but its secret ingredient is avocado. Yes, avocado. The same fruit you put on toast transforms into a creamy, indulgent base for a healthier twist on classic chocolate mousse. And the best part? You’d never guess it from the taste.
Avocados bring a naturally smooth, buttery texture that mimics the luxurious feel of traditional mousse without the need for cream or eggs. When blended with high-quality cocoa powder, a touch of sweetener like maple syrup or honey, and a splash of vanilla extract, they create a dessert that’s just as decadent as the classic version, but lighter and packed with good fats.
The flavor of the avocado completely disappears behind the bold richness of the chocolate, leaving behind only a velvety texture that feels like a treat. A pinch of salt can enhance the chocolate, while a bit of espresso powder adds depth for those who like their chocolate intense. If you want a hint of brightness, you can also add a squeeze of orange juice or a few raspberries on top before serving.
Chocolate avocado mousse is easy to make and quick to prepare, just toss everything in a blender or food processor and chill until set. It’s naturally gluten-free, and with the right sweetener, can easily be made vegan or paleo-friendly.
Serve it in little jars or cups with your favorite toppings: coconut flakes, chopped nuts, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream. It’s a great option for dinner parties, meal prepping, or satisfying a late-night sweet tooth without the crash that comes with heavier desserts.
Whether you’re avoiding dairy, reducing sugar, or just trying something new, chocolate avocado mousse proves that healthy can be seriously delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 avocados pitted and peeled, ripe
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder sifted, unsweetened
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond milk or any non-dairy milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a food processor or blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh berries, coconut flakes, or mint leaves before serving, if desired.
Nutrition
I didn’t have almond milk so I just used regular milk. Still tasty, I guess.
It turned out kinda chunky, maybe my blender isn’t good enough? But the taste was okay!
I was skeptical at first, but wow, this is really good! My kids even liked it. Will make again!
Why are people pretending avocados belong in dessert? Like, come on!
Super easy to make, made it with my kids! They loved it, 5 stars!
I didn’t wait 30 min in the fridge, I couldn’t resist! Who needs berries?
Why would anyone put avocados in a chocolate dessert? That’s just wrong. Stick to real chocolate, please.
I totally disagree! Avocado makes it creamy and way healthier. Give it a chance before judging it!
I don’t know, sounds weird. Chocolate should just be chocolate. Avocados in dessert? Nah.
Did I do something wrong? The texture was all off. Not sure if I blended enough or too much. Help!!!
I can’t eat avocados. Can I replace it with banana?
I was skeptical about using avocados in dessert, but this was surprisingly tasty. Gave it a 4!
I dunno if I like the combination of avocado and chocolate. It feels… off?
Honestly, it was alright, but I prefer chocolate mousse with eggs. This is too healthy for my taste.
I don’t know, I think this mousse is pretty good for a healthy option! Chocolate doesn’t always mean bad, ya know? Just give it another try!
I totally get what you mean! Sometimes you just want that rich, decadent flavor of traditional mousse. This one is nice, but it ain’t the same! 🤷♀️
Why do I need almond milk? Can I just use regular milk? 🤔
Yuck! Avocado in a dessert? No thanks. I’ll stick with chocolate pudding.
Mousse? More like mush… couldn’t get it creamy at all. Maybe I did something wrong?
I dunno about putting avocados in dessert. Just sounds weird. Gave it 3 stars because I tried but I ain’t convinced.
This mousse is amazing! Can’t believe it’s made with avocados. Totally guilt-free dessert!
I tried this recipe and it turned out super delicious! Who knew avocados could be so good in dessert?
So easy to make! My kids love it and it’s a great way to sneak in some healthy fats. Thank you!
Pretty good but my kids wouldn’t touch it lol, they thought it looked gross.
This mousse is heavenly! So rich and creamy, you can’t even tell it’s made with avocado. Definitely a favorite in my house!
I tried this recipe and it was amazing! My kids loved it too, couldn’t believe it was avocado!
I used maple syrup instead of honey because I’m vegan! Super tasty!
super easy!! I was skeptical but trust me, it’s tasty. 😋
I tried this and it was surprisingly good! Can’t believe it’s made with avocados. Thanks for sharing!
Wow! I made this for my friends and they loved it! Perfect for my vegan diet.
Is the cocoa powder supposed to be sweetened? I put some sugar and it got too sweet…
It was okay. A lil too sweet for my taste next time less honey.
Had to use maple syrup because I’m outta honey. Still turned out great! Will make again.
Nice recipe but the chocolate got lumpy. I think my cocoa was old or something. Will try again though!
Lumpy chocolate can be a pain! Maybe try using fresh cocoa next time, it’ll change everything! Good luck!
I had the same problem once! But I used a whisk instead of a blender and it was super smooth. Just a thought!
Honestly, guys, chocolate and avocados? That’s just weird. Didn’t like it at all.
Simple and Yum! I didn’t have almond milk so I used soy. Still turned out delicious. Definitely a keeper!!!
I’m glad it worked with soy milk! I’ve always thought almond milk was the only option, but now I’m tempted to try other alternatives too. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Doesn’t look like mousse, more like baby food. But I guess it’s healthy? 🤔
Ew, baby food? No way! I don’t think that can ever taste good. Choco should be rich and creamy, not mushy! 🤢
I thought the same at first, but it actually tastes much better than it looks! Plus, it’s super healthy! 😋
I don’t know if I can trust a mousse without cream and eggs. Sounds weird to me.
I was skeptical but it’s actually quite tasty. The salt level is spot on too! Unique twist on mousse.
Wow, never thought avocados could be used in a dessert! Sounds interesting, I’ll give it a try.
Mmm… choc. mousse. 😍 10 stars if I could!
This is the best! Can’t believe it’s made with avocados. So creamy and tasty. Will make again!
Thought this would be thicker. Kinda runny for me.
Yeah, I agree! I thought it would be thicker too! Maybe it needs more avocado or less milk?
easy recipe! Just blend and chill! Love it!
This mousse is amazing! I couldn’t believe it was made with avocados. So creamy and rich!
Yummy!!! 😍
I made this yesterday, and it was so good! Can’t believe avocado can taste this amazing! 😋
Really? Avocado in mousse? Sounds weird to me… 🤔
This was surprisingly good! Never thought avocado could taste so chocolatey. 5 stars!
Really creamy and rich. My kids love it!
I wasn’t sure at first about using avocado in dessert, but wow! This is surprisingly good. The honey adds just the right sweetness.
Yummy! I added a bit more cocoa and some peanut butter. Delish! Will make again for sure.
That sounds like a great twist! Peanut butter and chocolate are like soulmates. Can’t wait to try your version!
Okay so, I’m not a fan of healthy desserts. This was gross, I couldn’t even finish a spoon. 1 star from me.
Mmmm, I added some peanut butter too! Yum!
This was surprisingly good! Never thought avocados could be a dessert. My kids loved it!
I’m so glad your kids enjoyed it! It’s amazing what you can do with avocados. 🍫🥑
Really? Dessert made from avocados? Sounds weird. I don’t think my kids would touch it.
Not what I expected… My husband wouldn’t even try it. 2 stars.
I made this for a birthday party and nobody believed it was avocado lol. They were shocked, good job!
My kids loved this! Even my picky eater couldn’t taste the avocado 😂. Thank you for this recipe!
Chocolate and avocado? Yuck! Not for me. 1 star!
Chocolate’s nice, but avocado? Ehh, sounds weird. I’ll stick with regular mousse.
I actually love it! Avocado makes it super creamy. Give it another try! 😊
This is the worst thing I ever tasted. Why would anyone eat avocado dessert?!
Tastes kinda weird to me. Not what I expected, maybe I did something wrong?
I added some crushed nuts on top and it was delicious! Will make again! Yum!!
This mousse is so delicious! I can’t believe it’s made with avocado. Definitely a 5 star recipe!
I was skeptical at first, but it really does taste great! Who knew avocados could be used like that? 5 stars for me too!
This is SO simple! I added some peanut butter for extra flavor, and it was delish!
I tried this but it didn’t turn out. It was chunky and just like guacamole. Not a fan. Maybe I blended it too little?
Disgusting!! Why would you put avocado in dessert?? Just no.
5 ⭐ easy and quick, I put some hazelnuts on top, yummmm!!!
Soo good, but I think I used too much cocoa. Learning as I go. 😂
How is this healthy? It’s dessert! But my kids ate it so I’ll give it 3 stars.
I was really skeptical but wow, it turned out great. I used agave instead of honey. Love it!
Yummy!! I added some peanut butter and it was so creamy delicious.