Description
Indulge in this luscious Chocolate Avocado Pie that boasts a rich, creamy filling made with ripe avocados and dark chocolate, all nestled in a chocolate cookie crust. This vegan and gluten-free dessert is a guilt-free pleasure for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
For the Filling:
- 3 ripe avocados (peeled and pitted)
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ⅓ cup canned coconut milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (melted)
For Topping (Optional):
- Whipped coconut cream or dairy-free whipped topping
- Chocolate shavings or berries
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted coconut oil. Press into a pie dish and chill.
- Make the Filling: Blend avocados, cocoa powder, maple syrup, coconut milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Add melted chocolate and blend.
- Assemble: Pour filling into the crust and refrigerate until set.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or berries before serving.
Notes
- Use very ripe avocados for a smooth texture.
- Naturally dairy-free and refined sugar-free.
- For a nutty twist, add a tablespoon of almond butter to the filling.