By JJ Virgin

Chocolate Avocado Mousse with Cacao Nibs

  

February 9, 2017

Avocado is the secret to the rich, velvety texture of this chocolate mousse. And this decadent treat won’t spike your blood sugar, unlike the traditional recipe.

Virgin Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3
Sugar Impact Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3

  • Prep: 25 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients

2 oz. dark chocolate, 70 percent cacao or higher, chopped

1 avocado

3/4 cup full-fat nut milk yogurt (coconut or cashew work well)

1 1/2 tsp teaspoons monk fruit extract, liquid stevia, or other low-sugar impact sweetener

4 tsp cacao nibs

Directions

1Place three-fourths of the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring after each, until just melted.

2 Stir in the remaining chocolate until melted and smooth; let cool for 3 minutes.

3Combine the avocado, cultured coconut milk, and monk fruit extract in a medium bowl.

4Beat with an electric mixer on the highest setting until well combined.

5Add the melted chocolate and beat it in until the mixture is light and fluffy.

6Divide among four bowls and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.

7Just before serving, sprinkle with the cacao nibs.

Originally published in The Virgin Diet Cookbook, Grand Central Life & Style, 2014

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Nutrition Facts

Calories215
Sodium9 mg
Protein2 grams
Total Fat17 grams
Saturated Fat7 grams
Total Carbohydrates19 grams
Dietary Fiber7 grams