Description
This decadent chocolate mousse is made with ripe avocados and unsweetened cocoa powder, providing a creamy texture without the added sugar. Perfect for a guilt-free dessert for diabetics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or any low-carb milk alternative)
- 1/4 cup sugar-free sweetener (like erythritol or stevia, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
- Add the cocoa powder, almond milk, sugar-free sweetener, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the blender.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more sweetener.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.
- Serve cold, optionally topped with berries or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate taste.
- Make sure that the sweetener you use is suitable for your dietary needs and preferences.
- This mousse can last in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but it’s best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: diabetic desserts, healthy chocolate mousse, sugar-free dessert, low-carb dessert, avocado dessert