CHOCOLATE-AVOCADO PUDDING

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Chocolate-Avocado Pudding image

Leave it to cool-kid mecca Gjusta in Venice, CA, to create a produce-based, low-sugar, vegan-friendly, "good"-fat-filled, crowd-pleasing dessert. That would also be completely acceptable to eat for breakfast.

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dessert     Avocado     Chocolate     Healthy     Breakfast     Vegan     Vegetarian     Maple Syrup     Winter     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large avocados, pits removed
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup agave nectar
1/4 cup (or more) fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups heavy cream (optional)
1/4 cup cocoa nibs and/or chopped hazelnuts

Steps:

  • Scoop avocado flesh into a blender and scrape in vanilla bean seeds; reserve pod for another use. Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, agave nectar, orange juice, and salt and blend to a coarse purée. With motor running, gradually stream in ¾ cup hot (but not boiling) water; blend, adding more orange juice as needed, until smooth and creamy.
  • Divide pudding among eight 4-6 oz. ramekins or small bowls and chill (uncovered) at least 2 hours.
  • Just before serving, whip cream in a medium bowl to soft peaks and spoon over pudding, if desired; top with cocoa nibs and/or hazelnuts.
  • Do Ahead:
  • Pudding can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

awais wasi
wasi.a9@yahoo.com

I thought this recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing either. I probably wouldn't make it again.


Akshay Rampatha
a.r94@yahoo.com

This pudding was a disappointment. It was too runny and the avocado flavor was too strong. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Resu Pradhananga
p-resu67@hotmail.com

I'm not a big fan of avocado, but I actually really enjoyed this pudding. The chocolate flavor is strong enough to mask the avocado taste, and the pudding is really creamy and smooth.


Willem De lange
willem@hotmail.com

This recipe is a winner! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I've already made it twice and I'll definitely be making it again.


Rita Urbansky
urbansky.r@hotmail.com

I made this pudding for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Melissa Maldonado
maldonado-melissa@hotmail.fr

This pudding is delicious and healthy! I love that it's made with avocado and honey instead of sugar. It's a great snack or dessert option.


Nick Davies
n-davies75@gmail.com

I love this recipe! It's so simple and easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I've made it for parties and potlucks, and it's always a hit.


Jamerria Marsh
marsh-j58@yahoo.com

This pudding is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family!


Raya mhd
r-m10@hotmail.com

I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The avocado gives the pudding a really rich and creamy texture, and the chocolate flavor is perfect. I also love that it's sweetened with honey instead of sugar.


Valerie Brooks
valerie@gmail.com

This chocolate avocado pudding was a hit! It was so easy to make and it turned out so creamy and delicious. I loved that it was made with healthy ingredients, too. Will definitely be making this again!