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Chocolate Avocado Mousse

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Chocolate Avocado Mousse

A dense, glossy chocolate mousse whipped from avocado, rich in healthy fats and ready in five minutes.

~307 kcalper serving~4g protein~17g carbs~25g fat

Estimated. Worked out from the ingredients using the UK food composition tables, so treat it as a guide rather than a measurement. A typical recipe lands within about a quarter of the true figure. Makes about 3.

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 3 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 tbsp milk of choice
  • Pinch of salt

Cooking Steps

  1. Blend all the ingredients until completely smooth and glossy.

  2. Taste and adjust the sweetness.

  3. Spoon into glasses and chill 30 minutes.

  4. Top with berries or cacao nibs.

Optional Enhancements

  • Add espresso for a mocha note
  • Coconut milk for richness
  • A spoon of nut butter

Plant & Growing Tips

Mint

  • Not in the recipe, but grow it for a fresh garnish that complements the rich chocolate flavors of the mousse. Plant mint in containers to control its aggressive spreading habit.
  • Mint thrives in partial shade and consistently moist, well-drained soil.
  • Regularly harvest mint leaves to encourage bushier growth and prevent flowering.

Raspberries

  • Not in the recipe, but grow them for a tart, fresh accompaniment to cut the richness of the mousse. Plant raspberry canes in full sun with well-drained soil, providing support for the canes.
  • Water raspberries regularly, especially during fruiting, and apply a layer of mulch to conserve soil moisture.
  • Prune raspberry canes annually to maintain plant health and maximize fruit production.

Natural Pest Control

  • Use insecticidal soap or a strong water spray to control aphids on both mint and raspberry plants.
  • Hand-pick larger pests like Japanese beetles from raspberry canes in the early morning.
  • Ensure good air circulation around mint plants to prevent fungal diseases like rust.

Harvest

Mint

  • Snip individual leaves or whole sprigs as needed, ideally before the plant flowers, for the best flavor.

Raspberries

  • Pick raspberries when they are fully colored, plump, and easily detach from the plant without resistance, typically during summer or early fall.

Storing & Freezing

Fridge up to 2 days.

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