Raw Chocolate Avocado Pudding (3 Flavors) Recipe
A quick and delicious raw chocolate avocado pudding that blends creamy avocado, ripe banana, and rich cacao powder with natural sweeteners. This nutritious dessert offers three flavor variations including classic chocolate, orange, and espresso, served chilled for a silky smooth treat perfect for a healthy indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Raw Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 large avocado (or 2 small), skin and seed removed
- 1 ripe banana, peeled
- 3 – 4 tablespoons cacao powder
- 3 – 4 tablespoons pure maple syrup, coconut nectar or date syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Flavorings
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice, plus more as needed
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
Instructions
- Blend the Base Pudding: In a blender, combine the avocado, banana, cacao powder, your choice of sweetener (maple syrup, coconut nectar, or date syrup), and vanilla extract. Add any one of the optional flavorings such as cinnamon, orange juice and zest, or instant espresso powder. Blend the mixture until creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides for an even consistency.
- Adjust Consistency: Add water a few tablespoons at a time (typically about 1/2 cup, except for the orange-flavored version which uses orange juice) to achieve your desired pudding thickness. Taste and adjust sweetness or flavorings accordingly.
- Chill the Pudding: Although the pudding can be served immediately at room temperature, it is best chilled in the refrigerator for a couple of hours to develop flavor and improve texture.
- Serve: Spoon the pudding into serving dishes and top with a dollop of whipped coconut cream, shaved dark chocolate, cacao nibs, or carob chips for added texture and flavor.
- Store Leftovers: Store any leftover pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. For longer storage, freeze the pudding in popsicle molds for up to 2 months.
Notes
- The pudding is versatile and can be flavored with different optional ingredients for variety.
- Using ripe banana helps naturally sweeten the pudding without refined sugars.
- Adjust water or juice amounts to get the desired thickness—less for a thicker pudding, more for a looser texture.
- Whipped coconut cream and chocolate toppings add richness and visual appeal.
- Freezing in molds creates a healthy frozen treat alternative.
