Keto-Friendly Venezuelan Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Indulge in this keto-friendly fusion of Venezuelan flavors with our Chocolate Avocado Mousse recipe, perfect for those on low-carb diets who still crave rich and creamy desserts.

Time: (Prep, Cook, Total): Prep: 10 min, Cook: None, Total: 1 hr

Servings: 6 servings

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Venezuelan, Keto

Allergens

Tree Nuts (almond milk)

Ingredients

2 large ripe avocados 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 cup granulated erythritol (or other keto
friendly sweetener) 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract A pinch of sea salt Fresh raspberries and chopped nuts, for garnish

Instructions

a. In a food processor or high powered blender, add the avocados, cocoa powder, erythritol, almond milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. b. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary. c. Divide the mousse evenly among six serving dishes or ramekins. Smooth the top with a spatula. d. Refrigerate the mousse for at least 1 hour to set. e. Just before serving, garnish each dish with fresh raspberries and chopped nuts.

Chef’s Insight

The key to achieving the perfect texture in this mousse is blending until smooth and creamy, while still maintaining some airiness from the avocado.

Notes

The avocado's creamy texture pairs perfectly with the rich chocolate flavor in this keto-friendly dessert.

Substitutions

For almond milk, you can use coconut milk or any other keto-friendly milk alternative. If you're not on a keto diet, substitute granulated sugar for erythritol.

Alternative Preparations

To make this recipe dairy-free and vegan-friendly, ensure your chocolate and any other ingredients used are certified vegan.

Alternative Methods

You can also use a blender to mix the ingredients if you don't have a food processor.

Best Storage Practice

Store leftover mousse in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Shelf Life

3 days in the fridge

Plating Tips

Place the ramekins or dishes on a round plate, ensuring each dish is visible from the front. Garnish with fresh raspberries and chopped nuts just before serving for optimal presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving, 260 calories, 24g fat, 9g total carbs, 5g net carbs, 4g protein. (Values may vary depending on ingredient substitutions)