Description
This Healthy Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse delivers a rich, indulgent chocolate experience while packed with wholesome ingredients like avocado and Greek yogurt. Sweetened naturally with dates and maple syrup, it’s a creamy dessert that feels luxurious yet nourishing. Toasted hazelnuts add a delightful crunch, and a hint of espresso powder intensifies the chocolate flavor. Ready in just 50 minutes, including chilling time, this mousse is perfect for a guilt-free treat that’s both satisfying and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- 200g Greek yogurt
- 45g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 6 dates, pitted
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder
- 1 pinch salt
For Garnish
- 40g hazelnuts
- Fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
- Soak Dates: Soak the pitted dates in warm water for 10 minutes to soften them, then drain thoroughly to prepare for blending.
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, drained dates, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, espresso powder, and salt. Blend for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure an even texture.
- Toast Hazelnuts: While blending, toast the hazelnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Remove from heat and roughly chop the toasted hazelnuts for garnish.
- Chill Mousse: Transfer the smooth chocolate mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set and develop flavors.
- Serve: Before serving, top each mousse portion with the chopped toasted hazelnuts and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a fresh, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Soaking the dates helps achieve a creamier texture by softening them.
- Use ripe avocado for a smooth and creamy mousse base.
- The espresso powder enhances the richness of the chocolate flavor but can be omitted if desired.
- Toast hazelnuts carefully to avoid burning, stirring frequently.
- Chilling the mousse is essential to allow it to firm up and improve flavor integration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: chocolate mousse, healthy dessert, hazelnut mousse, avocado dessert, gluten free dessert, natural sweetener, Greek yogurt dessert
