Spice Up Your Dessert Game with Spicy Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Spice Up Your Dessert Game with Spicy Chocolate Avocado Mousse

June 17, 2025 Written by James

Today’s Unique Dessert Recipe: Spicy Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Welcome, lovely readers! Today, I’m excited to share a unique dessert recipe that’s perfect for those who appreciate a bit of spice with their sweets. This Spicy Chocolate Avocado Mousse is a creamy, decadent treat with a surprising kick that will surely tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply satisfy your sweet tooth, this dessert is sure to be a hit.

Ingredients:

  • 3 ripe avocados (approx. 450g)
  • 200g dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
  • for garnish: whipped cream

Kitchen Tools:

  • food processor
  • saucepan
  • spatula
  • ramekins

To begin, scoop out the flesh of the ripe avocados and place them in a food processor. Melt the dark chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth. Add the melted chocolate, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, honey, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor with the avocado. Blend until creamy and well combined.

If you’re feeling adventurous, sprinkle in some chili flakes for an extra kick of heat. Adjust the level of spice to suit your taste buds. Once the mousse is smooth and creamy, divide it into ramekins and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

Before serving, garnish the Spicy Chocolate Avocado Mousse with a dollop of whipped cream for a light and airy contrast to the rich, spicy chocolate flavor. Enjoy this unique dessert on its own or with a sprinkle of extra cinnamon on top for a finishing touch.

The approximate total weight of the cooked dish is 750g, with 4 servings. Each serving weighs approximately 187.5g, with an estimated calorie count of 320 per serving.

Clever Tip:

For an even creamier texture, try chilling the avocados in the refrigerator for an hour before blending them with the other ingredients. This will help the mousse set better and enhance the overall richness of the dessert.

I hope you give this Spicy Chocolate Avocado Mousse a try and enjoy the unique combination of flavors it has to offer. Feel free to adjust the level of spice or sweetness to suit your preferences, and make this dessert your own. Happy cooking!

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