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Chocolate Avocado Mousse with Spicy Chili

Rich chocolate mousse with a surprising spicy kick from chili, merging sweet and savory beautifully.

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.25 cup maple syrup
  • 0.25 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp chili flakes
  1. In a food processor, combine avocados, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cayenne pepper, and salt. Blend until super smooth.
  2. Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
  3. Add the melted chocolate to the avocado mixture in the food processor, and blend again until fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Transfer the mousse to serving dishes of your choice and sprinkle a pinch of chili flakes on top for an added spicy surprise.
  5. Refrigerate the mousse for at least one hour before serving for the best texture and flavor development.
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