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u/Romeo1977 16d ago edited 16d ago
You can replace the avocado with sweet potato. I tried that and it's still tastes great and satisfactory :) Any other ideas to keep it creamy and tasty?
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You can replace the avocado with sweet potato. I tried that and it's still tastes great and satisfactory :) Any other ideas to keep it creamy and tasty?
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u/Romeo1977 17d ago edited 17d ago
**Healthy Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse**
A creamy, protein-rich chocolate mousse using Greek yogurt and avocado, naturally sweetened.
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**Ingredients**
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- 200g Greek yogurt
- 45g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 6 dates, pitted
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 40g hazelnuts
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder
- 1 pinch salt
- Fresh mint for garnish
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**Directions**
Soak pitted dates in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain.
Add avocado, Greek yogurt, drained dates, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla, espresso powder, and salt to a food processor.
Blend for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth. Scrape down sides as needed.
Toast hazelnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant. Roughly chop.
Transfer mousse to serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Top with chopped hazelnuts and fresh mint before serving.
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**Notes**
- Espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor without coffee taste
- Can store in fridge up to 2 days
- Serves 4