By Karyl Laeving. Updated December 31, 2025. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ from 128 votes
This Healthy Chocolate Avocado Mousse is rich, silky, and deeply chocolatey while staying naturally sweetened and nourishing. Made in minutes with simple ingredients, it delivers dessert level indulgence with everyday wholesome power.
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Healthy Chocolate Avocado Mousse
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A rich, silky Healthy Chocolate Avocado Mousse that tastes like classic chocolate pudding, but is made with ripe avocados, cocoa powder, and naturally sweetened. No bake, ready in minutes, and perfect for make-ahead desserts or a quick chocolate fix.
Ingredients
2 large ripe avocados (about 400 g flesh)
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (30 g)
1/3 cup pure maple syrup or honey (80 ml)
1/2 cup milk of choice, plus more as needed (120 ml)
2 tsp vanilla extract (10 ml)
1/8 tsp fine salt (0.7 g)
Optional: 1 tsp espresso powder (2 g)
Optional toppings: berries, shaved dark chocolate, coconut flakes, chopped nuts
Instructions
1. Halve the avocados, remove pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
2. Add cocoa powder, maple syrup or honey, milk, vanilla, and salt.
3. Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds, scraping down the sides, until completely smooth and glossy with no lumps.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. If the mousse is too thick, blend in more milk 1 tbsp at a time until silky.
5. Spoon into 4 small cups or jars, cover, and chill for at least 30 minutes for best mousse texture.
6. Top as desired and serve cold.
Notes
Use very ripe avocados for the smoothest texture and best flavor.
For deeper chocolate flavor, add espresso powder or a pinch of cinnamon.
Chill time improves texture and reduces any avocado aroma.
Storage: cover and refrigerate up to 2 days. Freezing is possible up to 1 month, then thaw overnight in the fridge and stir.
All nutrition is an estimate and will vary by milk and sweetener choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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About This Recipe
What It Is
Healthy Chocolate Avocado Mousse is a no bake, blender style dessert made with ripe avocados, cocoa powder, and natural sweeteners. The avocado replaces cream and butter, creating a mousse texture that is thick, glossy, and spoonable without any dairy required.
Why It Works
Avocados are rich in healthy fats that emulsify beautifully when blended. When paired with cocoa powder and vanilla, the avocado flavor disappears completely, leaving behind a chocolate mousse that tastes classic and decadent. Chilling the mousse allows it to set into a luxuriously creamy texture.
When to Make It
This recipe is perfect for quick weeknight desserts, dinner parties, meal prep treats, or when chocolate cravings strike. It works year round and requires zero cooking.
Why You’ll Love It
- Naturally sweetened with no refined sugar
- Ready in under 10 minutes
- Dairy free and gluten free
- Rich chocolate flavor with a silky finish
- Easy to customize for kids and adults
Key Ingredients & Notes
Avocados
Use very ripe avocados with dark skins and soft flesh. Ripe avocados ensure maximum creaminess and prevent any grassy flavor. Hass avocados work best.
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
High quality cocoa powder creates deep chocolate flavor. Dutch processed cocoa produces a smoother taste, while natural cocoa gives a slightly sharper chocolate note. For cocoa benefits, Healthline offers a great overview of cocoa antioxidants and nutrients.
Natural Sweetener
Maple syrup or honey works beautifully. Start small and adjust to taste. For a lower sugar option, ripe banana can replace part of the sweetener.
Milk of Choice
Almond milk, oat milk, dairy milk, or coconut milk all work. Use less for thicker mousse and more for pudding style texture.
Vanilla Extract
Vanilla rounds out the cocoa and enhances sweetness without adding sugar.
Salt
A small pinch intensifies chocolate flavor and balances sweetness.
How to Make Healthy Chocolate Avocado Mousse
- Prepare the avocados
Slice 2 large ripe avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor. - Add flavor builders
Add 1 third cup cocoa powder (30 g), 1 third cup maple syrup (80 ml), 1 half cup milk of choice (120 ml), 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. - Blend until smooth
Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds, scraping down sides as needed, until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy with no green specks. - Adjust texture and sweetness
Add more milk one tablespoon at a time if needed. Taste and adjust sweetness. - Chill
Transfer to serving dishes and chill for at least 30 minutes for best mousse texture.
Pro Tips for Success
- Use fully ripe avocados to avoid vegetal flavor
- Blend longer than you think for ultra smooth texture
- Chill before serving for a classic mousse feel
- Add one teaspoon espresso powder to intensify chocolate flavor
- Serve with contrasting textures like berries or chopped nuts
Variations & Substitutions
- High protein: Blend in Greek yogurt or serve with Greek Yogurt Protein Cups (20g High Protein Snack)
- Vegan: Use maple syrup and plant based milk
- Nut free: Choose oat milk or dairy milk
- Extra rich: Add 2 tablespoons melted dark chocolate
- Kid friendly: Top with strawberries or banana slices
If you enjoy easy no bake desserts, you may also love No Bake Chocolate Pudding Cups (Healthy & Creamy) or No Bake Brownie Bites (Fudgy & Healthy).
Serving & Storage
Serving
Serve chilled in small glasses, ramekins, or jars. Top with fresh berries, coconut flakes, or shaved dark chocolate. For breakfast style desserts, pair with Strawberry Yogurt Parfait (High Protein Breakfast).
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store covered for up to 2 days
- Freezer: Freeze up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge
- Reheating: Not recommended
FAQs
Does avocado mousse taste like avocado
No. When blended with cocoa and sweetener, the avocado flavor disappears completely.
Can I make this without a blender
A food processor works well. Hand mixing is not recommended for smooth texture.
Is this dessert keto friendly
With sugar free sweetener and unsweetened milk, it can fit low carb plans.
Can I make it ahead
Yes. It actually tastes better after chilling for several hours.
Is this good for kids
Absolutely. It is creamy, chocolatey, and naturally sweet.
Conclusion
This Healthy Chocolate Avocado Mousse proves that wholesome desserts can be just as indulgent as classic recipes. If you try it, leave a rating, share a comment, or tag your photos. Join the Flavor & Recipes newsletter for more feel good chocolate treats.
