Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Just when you thought avocados couldn't get any better...

Behold, the raw chocolate avocado mousse pie!

That's right, I said it...chocolate avocado mousse. Stay with me....

1. Avocados are fruits.
2. What do you love most about them? I would venture to say their creaminess.
3. How often does chocolate let you down? I would venture to say rarely.

So, let's take these elements and take a flavor adventure. I think you will find the result rich, creamy, and full of nutritiousness. Oh, and this can be made in 10-15 minutes--instant gratification!



Raw Chocolate Avocado Mousse Pie
adapted from Woody Harrelson's Go Further Documentary

Crust:
3/4 c. walnuts
3/4 c. almonds
2 TBS. maple syrup
pinch of sea salt

Mousse:
4 ripe avocados
10 pitted dates, chopped
3 TBS. honey
4 TBS. cocoa powder
fresh mint leaves for garnish

1. Place all crust ingredients in a food processor and pulse until a little chunkier than a corn meal. Pat into a pie pan.
2. Put all mousse ingredients (except mint) into a clean food processor and blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and add more cocoa or honey if needed.
3. With a spatula, spread the mousse into the pie crust.
4. Garnish with mint and chill for a few hours before serving.


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