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Chocolate Avocado Pudding Recipe

4.6 from 120 reviews

This creamy and rich Chocolate Avocado Pudding is a healthy, dairy-free dessert that combines ripe avocados with cocoa powder and natural sweeteners for a smooth, indulgent treat. It’s quick to prepare using a blender or food processor and can be served immediately as a soft mousse or chilled for a firmer texture. Perfect for a guilt-free chocolate fix with added nutrients from avocado.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 ripe medium avocados (about 8 oz each), pitted and scooped
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed preferred)
  • 34 tbsp pure maple syrup, honey, or monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 23 tbsp almond milk or coconut milk, as needed

Optional Garnishes

  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Berries
  • Cacao nibs
  • Shaved chocolate

Instructions

  1. Blend: Place the avocado flesh, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and sea salt in a food processor or blender to prepare the base of the pudding.
  2. Process: Pulse the ingredients together to combine and then blend continuously for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
  3. Adjust Consistency: Gradually add almond or coconut milk one tablespoon at a time to the blender while mixing until you achieve your desired pudding consistency, whether thicker or softer.
  4. Taste & Adjust: Sample the pudding and modify the sweetness or chocolate intensity by adding more sweetener or cocoa powder if preferred.
  5. Serve: Serve immediately if you prefer a soft mousse texture or chill the pudding for at least 30 minutes for a firmer set. Garnish with optional cinnamon, berries, cacao nibs, or shaved chocolate before enjoying.

Notes

  • Use ripe avocados for optimal creaminess and natural sweetness.
  • Maple syrup, honey, or monk fruit sweetener can be used depending on dietary preference or availability.
  • The pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Using Dutch-processed cocoa powder will give a smoother, less acidic chocolate flavor.
  • Adjust plant-based milk amount for your preferred pudding thickness.

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