Delicious. Decadent. Unbelievable. Chocolate. Addictive. Healthy!
I can’t take complete credit for this recipe (I found it on Vegan Coach) but I’m sure I’m a gourmet genius in my daughter’s eyes. Who would have thought avocado and a few other ingredients could make such a delicious, decadent, dessert? It sounds odd, but I swear it’s fabulous, and it’s made with ingredients that pack some great nutrients and powerful antioxidants!
Check out this chocolate avocado pudding! It's vegan and paleo-friendly! #recipe Click To TweetAvocados contain “folate, potassium, vitamin E, lutein, and consist of monounsaturated fat” (A 2 Z of Health and Beauty, 2010). The other key ingredient, cocoa, “contains large amounts of antioxidants. Cocoa and dark chocolate may keep high blood pressure down and reduce the blood’s ability to clot, thus the risk of stroke and heart attacks may be reduced” (Cacoaweb, 2010, paragraph 1).
Here’s the chocolate avocado pudding recipe. Of course my daughter helped make it. It’s a fantastic recipe to prepare with young children!
I altered this recipe slightly. I eliminated the cinnamon and salt, as the recipe has a more authentic chocolate flavour without it. I also reduced the amount of vanilla.
Chocolate Avocado Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 avocado
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 3 Tbsp high-quality cocoa
- 1 tsp vanilla (optional)
- 1/4 - 1/2 cup water (depends on the consistency you prefer)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients. Peel and remove the pit from the avocado.
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor.
- Add water as you blend to ensure your preferred consistency.
- Eat immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
It can be eaten alone, as a dip with fruit, used as icing for a vegan cake or frozen to make a gelato! Enjoy!
I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as us. Let me know if you try it!
References
A 2 Z of Health and Beauty. (2010). Avocado nutrition facts and information. Retrieved October 7, 2010, from
http://health.learninginfo.org/avocado.htmCacoaweb.net. (2010). Nutrition Facts for Cocoa and Chocolate. Retrieved October 7, 2010, from http://www.cacaoweb.net/nutrition.html
Thank you for visiting Rose! I would love to hear what your family thinks of the Vegan Chocolate Pudding. I checked out your site and I’m now following you. Money saving tips are always helpful around here!
Hey Jennifer this does look yummy. I have some recipes on my blog too, some with egg and nuts though which wouldn’t be good for you guys. We’re lucky because last year a vegan cafe opened up in our neighbourhood. I’m not sure if you live in a city or small town but I hope you’ve found some local options too.
This looks amazing! I have been trying to eat less sugar so this is perfect!
It is delicious Lauren! I’m certain you’ll love it!