Chocolate Avocado Pudding

You won’t believe the secret ingredient in this creamy chocolate avocado pudding! Made with just 5 simple ingredients, this healthier twist on classic chocolate pudding is vegan, gluten-free, naturally sweetened, and ready in just 10 minutes.

The best part? No one ever guesses the secret ingredient is avocado! It blends beautifully with cocoa powder to create a rich, chocolate pudding texture without needing heavy cream or dairy.

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This chocolate avocado pudding is rich, creamy, chocolatey, and surprisingly easy to make, all with just 5 ingredients!

And before you click away thinking “wait… avocado in chocolate pudding?” – trust me on this one. After making this recipe countless times, I can confidently say that no one ever guesses the secret ingredient. The avocado creates the most amazing silky-smooth texture, but once blended with cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla, you won’t taste it at all.

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First time using avocado in making a dessert and it was yummy! Thx for this recipe!!

– Mo

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What Does Chocolate Avocado Pudding Taste Like?

If you’ve never tried avocado in a dessert before, this is the perfect recipe to start with! This chocolate avocado pudding genuinely tastes like a rich, creamy chocolate pudding – not avocado. The avocado’s job is simply to create that silky-smooth texture you’d normally get from ingredients like heavy cream or dairy.

Ingredient Notes

You only need 5 simple ingredients to make this healthy chocolate avocado pudding!

• Avocados: The star ingredient! Avocado creates the creamy texture of this pudding. Your avocados should be soft enough to blend easily but not overly brown inside. I’ve found that a bright green avocado that’s just starting to ripen creates the creamiest texture and mildest flavor.
• Non-Dairy Milk: I usually use unsweetened soy milk, but oat milk, cashew milk, or almond milk also work well.
• Cocoa Powder: I recommend using a cocoa powder that you love. I typically use Trader Joe’s cocoa powder because it’s rich without tasting overly bitter. Just like with my healthy homemade chocolate syrup, the quality of your cocoa powder makes all the difference!
• Maple Syrup: Naturally sweetens this pudding while keeping it free from refined sugar.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the chocolate flavor and gives this pudding that classic dessert taste.

This is just a recipe overview! Scroll down to the recipe card to get the full recipe with measurements.

How to Make Chocolate Avocado Pudding

This chocolate avocado pudding comes together in just a few simple steps.

1. Add the ingredients to a blender: Add the ripe avocados, non-dairy milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract and salt to a high-speed blender or food processor.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy: Blend until the pudding is completely smooth and silky. You may need to pause and scrape down the sides a few times to make sure everything is fully incorporated. But don’t rush this step! The longer you blend, the creamier the texture becomes. This is what transforms the avocado into a rich, chocolate pudding consistency.
3. Serve and enjoy: Top the pudding with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, crushed nuts, or a dollop of non-dairy whipped cream. Enjoy!

Toppings

This pudding is delicious on its own, but toppings make it extra special! Some of my favorite toppings include:

• Fresh berries
• Coconut whipped cream
• Chocolate shavings
• Cacao nibs
• Chopped nuts
• Peanut butter drizzle
• Shredded coconut

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