Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate is my weakness.  I love that I can make this chocolate mousse and keep it in the fridge for when a craving hits, and even freeze the extras.  This is a powerhouse of nutrients.  Avocados contain 20 vitamins and minerals including potassium as well as heart healthy fats.  This mousse is also full of antioxidants, as well as medium chain triglycerides from the coconut that actually help you burn fat and give you energy and increased cognitive function.

What other reasons do you need to eat this decadent desert!?!

Oh, and did I mention that it is stupid easy to make?  I like to top mine with whipped cream and raspberries.

Ingredients:

2 ripe avocados

3 tablespoons butter, melted*

3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

2 ounces dark chocolate, melted

1/2 cup sweetener**

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

2 teaspoons powdered espresso (optional)

Instructions:

Place all ingredients in blender and blend just until smooth.  Do not over blend as this will cause the oil to separate from the avocados.  Transfer into 4 dishes and serve or refrigerate for later.  This recipe makes about 4 1/2 cup servings.

*for dairy free use all coconut oil

** for low carb/keto use a 1:1 sugar substitute.  I used Lakanto monk fruit and erythritol blend.  For paleo you can use honey or maple syrup.