Dark Chocolate & Avocado Mousse
Ingredients (serves 2-3)
2 ripe avocados, peeled and stoned
100g good quality dark chocolate (70–85%)
2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk or water
1 tbsp maple syrup or raw honey
½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of flaky sea salt
Optional to serve: raspberries, chopped pistachios, cacao nibs
Method
Break the chocolate into small pieces and melt gently in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the melted chocolate, almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla and salt.
Blend until completely smooth and glossy, scraping down the sides if needed.Spoon into two small bowls or glasses.
Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour to set.
Serve topped with fresh berries, chopped pistachios or a sprinkle of cacao nibs.
Gut Health Benefits
Dark chocolate is rich in polyphenols that help feed beneficial gut bacteria and support the gut lining.
Avocado provides fibre and healthy fats that reduce inflammation and promote microbial diversity.
A small amount of natural sweetener keeps blood sugar steadier than refined sugar.
Nutritional Breakdown
(approx per serving)
Calories: 310 kcal
Protein: 4g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fibre: 7g
Fats: 24g
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 40mg
Gut-Health Bacteria Supported
Bifidobacterium: Encouraged by polyphenols in dark chocolate and fibre from avocado.
Lactobacillus: Supported by flavonoids in cocoa, helping maintain a balanced gut environment.
Akkermansia muciniphila: Nourished by polyphenols and healthy fats, strengthening the gut lining.