Chocolate Avocado Frosting Recipe
This rich and creamy Chocolate Avocado Frosting is a healthy alternative to traditional frosting, made with ripe avocados and cocoa powder. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and enhanced with a touch of vanilla and optional melted chocolate chips, it offers a smooth, luscious texture perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or as a dip. It’s dairy-free, vegan, and packed with healthy fats, making it a guilt-free indulgence that can be prepared quickly using a blender or food processor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Enough frosting to generously frost 1 standard 8 or 9-inch cake or about 12 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Frosting Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 6–8 tablespoons pure maple syrup or sweetener of choice
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 ounces chocolate chips (optional, for richer flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the avocados: Use soft, ripe avocados for the best creamy texture. Peel and remove the pits carefully before measuring.
- Melt the chocolate chips (optional): If using chocolate chips to add richness, melt them gently in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals or over a double boiler until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: Add avocados, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and melted chocolate chips (if using) into a food processor or blender.
- Blend until smooth: Process the mixture until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
- Use or store: Use the frosting immediately for best freshness, or store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, as there are no preservatives.
Notes
- Make sure to use ripe avocados for the best smooth and creamy consistency.
- If you don’t want to use chocolate chips, the frosting will still be delicious with just cocoa powder.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days due to the natural ingredients and absence of preservatives.
- This frosting pairs wonderfully with vegan sweet potato brownies, chocolate mug cake, and as a topping for various vegan desserts.
- Use leftover avocados to make avocado ice cream for another healthy treat.
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