Silky smooth, creamy and totally satisfying, this chocolate avocado pudding is one of my favorite easy dessert recipes. Made with wholesome ingredients that are rich in healthy fats, magnesium and other nutrients, it’s so much more delicious (and nourishing) than the boxed stuff found on store shelves.
As you probably guessed by the title, fresh avocados are one of those ingredients. In addition to making the perfect EASY base for yummy, chocolatey pudding, they’re rich in folate, potassium, fiber, antioxidants and of course heart healthy fats. Chocolate is rich in antioxidants, too, plus magnesium and potassium.
If you’re skeptical about using avocados in dessert, I promise you that can’t taste them . . . pinky swear and everything. The only caveat is that they must. not. be. overripe – no brown spots or streaks. If you follow that guideline this chocolate pudding recipe is pretty much mistake-proof.
Just toss everything into a food processor and give it a whirl, and remember:
There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend with chocolate.” – Linda Grayson
Optional Flavoring Ideas
Personally, I think the simple version of this recipe is the best, but if you want to change things up every once in awhile here are a couple of things I’ve tried that turned out well .
- Peppermint extract – I used 1/4 tsp and it was just right, but depending on how strong your extract is you may want a little less or a little more. After you’ve made the pudding, I suggest adding in 1/8 teaspoon and blending for 30 seconds, then adding more in 1/8 teaspoon increments until the peppermint flavor reaches the intensity you prefer.
- Mushroom coffee powder – When I add this lion’s mane and chaga coffee powder it adds a lovely mocha flavor. I usually add this one to taste to my bowl instead of the whole batch.
Easy Chocolate Avocado Pudding Recipe (Paleo, Dairy-Free)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe avocados (peeled and deseeded)
- ¼ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet)
- 2-3 tbsp unsweetened cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
- 3 tbsp coconut milk (water, or almond milk)
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (how to make vanilla extract)
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- Optional toppings: chocolate shavings, raspberries, or coconut whipped cream
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate using my easy or easier option. Easy option: Melt the the chocolate in a double boiler. If you don't have a double boiler, you can use a stainless steel bowl set inside a pan of simmering water. Even easier option: Place the chocolate chips in a small pot and place them on the stove over low heat until they're melted. Make sure to keep the heat low so they don't scorch.
- Add the avocados, 2 tablespoons of the cocoa/cacao powder, coconut milk/water, 1 tablespoons of the maple syrup, vanilla, sea salt, melted chocolate, and any optional additions (like powdered mushroom coffee or peppermint extract) to the food processor.
- Turn the food processor on for 30-45 seconds, then remove the lid and scrape down the sides of the bowl. Turn the food processor on for another minute or so – until it has a smooth, creamy texture. When the pudding is well-blended, taste it and add an additional tablespoon of maple syrup or cocoa/cacao powder if needed. (Blend for another 30 seconds if you add anything.)
- Serve right away or refrigerate until chilled (about 30-60 minutes) and then serve. This chocolate pudding is best when eaten within one day.
Notes
Tried this recipe? Nutrition
More Avocado Dessert Recipes To Try
Homemade Fudge Pops – These homemade fudge pops are luxuriously creamy & so delicious. They’re naturally sweetened & full of nourishing fats from avocado and silky, chocolately cocoa butter.
Key Lime Popsicles – Full of healthy fats, juicy lime and just the right amount of sweetness, these frosty key lime pie popsicles are a favorite in my house.
Dairy-Free Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream – Creamy and minty with just the right amount of chocolatey goodness, this dairy-free mint chocolate chip ice cream has the smooth, rich texture of the real deal.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Silk Pie – This rich and creamy pie is made with avocado, coconut milk, raw cacao powder, pure maple syrup, and a homemade “graham cracker” crust.
Julie Riley, this looks like a delicious idea for dessert
I like!
oooh gonna try this.
Yum!
Pam
wow this is a stunna!! reminds me of black forest cake.
Where did you find the cherries? I can’t figure it out.
I was given sour pie cherries from someone’s tree, so I got really lucky! Next summer put the word out and someone might let you pick from their trees. Until then, Costco is carrying an organic pie cherry that’s a more of a purple color, but it has that pie cherry sourness so it should work really well! If all else fails, look for canned Morello cherries because they work in pie fillings as well. Hope this helps!
This mouse looks to die for!
Can u make the mousse without the cherry sauce and whip cream or are they a big part of taste to the mousse?
OK, am I blind? I see no mention of cherries at all. There are no pictures so don’t see them in the post, either. Plus, it isn’t Heather making the reply to the cherries, it is someone else??? Confused!!!
looks like an old post, therefore old comments. recipe was probably updated but comments remained.
I made this but it thickened up to brownie cake consistency and it made less than 2 cups. I used haas avocados. Perhaps you meant the large variety?
Hass avocados are ideal for pudding, but there is going to be some variation in yield due to size differences. It sounds like maybe yours were a bit smaller than the ones I used and yielded a richer, denser pudding.
It was delicious! But, the next batch was adjusted to the avocados I have. I simply added more coconut milk. This is my treat for an instant breakfast. Chocolate for breakfast! It keeps me satisfied for 5 hours before I am hungry again.
Wow… Tasty and yummy
Could this be made sugar free by swapping the maple syrup for Monk fruit, erythritol or stevia perhaps?
Can this be made without the chocolate chips?
I think the chocolate chips contribute to a true pudding flavor, but you could try leaving them out and adding more cacao powder and maple syrup. I’m not sure how well it would work, so if you give it a shot please let me know how it works out.
It would be helpful if you had a print option for your recipes. Thanks.
There is a print button just below the square photo in the recipe box 🙂
Hi Heather, I love getting all of your emails!! Send me as many as you want! Just wondering which food processor do you think is the best? Thanks! These puddings sound amazing, I am gong to try some of them. The chocolate sounds great, that will be my first. Take care!