Chocolate avocado pudding is a decadent, creamy, chocolatey dessert. This dairy free treat takes just minutes to make, and you can’t taste the avocado at all!
If you’ve heard of avocado pudding, you’ve probably wondered if it actually tastes good. I hear you – I love avocados, but typically I enjoy them in things like guacamole or a creamy salad dressing.
I was intrigued when I heard of using avocado as a base for desserts. It makes sense though, the creamy quality of an avocado is a good substitute for dairy in things like frosting or pudding.
This pudding looks just like regular chocolate pudding, and you can’t taste the avocado, it just adds a really nice creaminess. If you’re looking for a way to lighten up your desserts, you may want to give this a try!
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Ingredient Notes
- Avocado – The key to this pudding is picking out a ripe avocado. An avocado is ripe when the skin is dark, and the avocado feels somewhat soft to the touch. Read this article for more information on how to choose an avocado.
- Non-Dairy Milk – Use any non-dairy milk that works for your dietary needs. I find that a neutral tasting non-dairy milk works best for recipes like this. Soy milk, rice milk, coconut milk, almond milk, or oat milk would all be good choices.
- Maple Syrup – I like to sweeten this pudding with maple syrup, but honey or agave syrup would also be good choices.
Special Equipment
You do need an electric blender or food processor to make this dessert. I prefer to use my blender, but either appliance could work.
Step by Step Instructions
- Remove the avocado pit and peel, and slice it into large chunks. Place in a blender.
- Add the non-dairy milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup.
- Blend the ingredients until they are smooth and creamy. You may need to add more liquid if the mixture is too thick to blend well.
- Scoop the pudding into bowls and add toppings if desired. Enjoy!
Tips for Success
- You do need to make sure that the avocado is perfectly ripe. An under ripe avocado won’t work, because it won’t be able to be blended down into a creamy consistency, and an overripe avocado also won’t work, because it won’t taste good.
- If you’re having trouble blending this, just add a little more non-dairy milk.
- If you taste the pudding, and you think it needs more sweetener, or more cocoa, go ahead and add some. Use your own judgement.
Toppings
Top this pudding with whatever works for you – dairy free chocolate chips, sunflower seeds, toasted coconut, strawberries, cherries, or nuts. You can even top it with this coconut whipped cream.
Storage
I have found that this avocado pudding has the best flavor when eaten right away. If you store it in the refrigerator for too long, the taste of the avocado starts to become noticeable.
If you wanted to freeze this chocolate avocado pudding, I would recommend trying to make popsicles, like this recipe.
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Recipe
Chocolate Avocado Pudding (Dairy Free, Vegan).
Ingredients
- 1 avocado medium sized, ripe
- 3 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 Tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 5 Tablespoons non-dairy milk
- coconut flakes, chocolate chips, or seeds for topping optional
Instructions
- Cut open the avocado and remove the pit, then use a spoon to remove the flesh. Cut the avocado into large chunks and put in the blender.
- Add the cocoa, maple syrup or honey, and non-dairy milk. Blend, starting on low and then moving to high speed until it is smooth.
- If the avocado is larger, you will need a bit more of each ingredient. If the mixture is too thick, drizzle in a bit more non-dairy milk. Add more cocoa or honey or agave to taste.
- Top with dairy free chocolate chips, coconut flakes, seeds, or nuts if desired.
denise
We’re having guests who can’t have tree nuts or coconut. This recipe is soooo delicious and perfect for everyone!
Laura
I tried this recipe and it was delicious. A new go to healthy dessert for me! Thanks for sharing :)
fifa 17 points
Thanks, this site is extremely helpful
Kelly Roenicke
You’re welcome!
rosewithoutthorns
Hi kelly!
I’d love to include your chocolate avocado pudding in a chocolate dessert roundup I’m preparing for Parade Magazine.
If you’re fine with it, could I use one of your photos and a link back to this original post (http://theprettybee.com/2014/01/chocolate-avocado-pudding-paleo-vegan.html)?
Let me know your thoughts,
thanks!
athleticavocado
I just made chocolate-avocado pudding last week and it was magical :)
Dan
Hello Kelly. My name is Dan and I am a founder of Easy Fast Recipes website. Many thanks for this fantastic Chocolate Avocado Pudding recipe! Simple and affordable ingredients, easy to follow step by step instructions. I am a Paleo diet follower myself. This is yummy easy fast recipe and it’s surely going into my bookmark list.
I am looking forward for more easy food recipes on your site in the nearest future.
You are welcome to visit my website. Easy Fast Recipes for Healthy Lifestyle & Fitness. Thanks and do have a great day!
Kelly
Thanks, Dan!
patrickmunroe
It tastes a little sweeter if you use vanilla almond milk! :)
Nicky
I just made this OMG it’s delicious! I was always hesitant to try these avocado chocolate recipes I’ve seen online because they seemed too unholy an alliance, but I am a believer now! I just ate all of it, it was amazing. Thanks so much for posting!
Miriam
Thank you for this recipe! It is awesome, I just can’t stop smiling! I’ve been sugarless for 5 weeks now, and despite of not craving for sugary foods I did miss chocolate/cocoa. A couple of days ago I read somewhere how Robin Brown of Magnolia Pearl mentioned vegan chocolate pudding. I wanted to try one as soon as possible – and I found your recipe. As I am leaving also dairy out of my diet this couldn’t have come at a better time! Thank you again! I’m smiling and licking my spoon!
Kelly
Yay! Thank you for letting me know! I’m so glad that you like it!
sarah
I had high hopes for this recipe but I was really disappointed. It tasted like chocolate avocados, which is essentially what it is. Avocados are one of the nastiest things I’ve ever tasted, but I was hoping that the chocolate would cover up the nasty flavor. It didnt. I can’t even feed it to my baby who likes avocado because it has honey in it.
Tamara
I love this recipe, I buy avocados sometimes and usually they go bad. However, now I make pudding and my family loves it. Thank you.
Kelly
Great! I am so glad that your family likes this pudding! I hate it when I waste avocadoes. :)
kelsey
Can I substitute coconut milk if I don’t have any almond milk on hand?
Kelly
Yes, any milk should be just fine!
What Jessica Baked Next
This looks amazing! Hope you had a great birthday! I’d love to eat one of these right now..:)
Kelly
Thank you so much, Jessica!
Yead
Looking so YUMMY. I love this.Great idea.
Kelly
Thank you so much!
Sarah@WholeAndHeavenlyOven
Hope you had a wonderful birthday Kelly! This pudding looks sooo smooth and chocolate-y. I have seen similar recipes for chocolate avocado pudding, but haven’t had the nerve to try it yet! Your recipe looks so easy, I just might have to give it a try!
Kelly
I hope you like it, Sarah! Let me know if you try it! :)
Tamara Faith
What an interesting combo! Now, you have tempted my taste bud interest :)
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Kelly
I love that it is healthier than regular chocolate pudding, but you wouldn’t know it from the taste! :)
Meeling
That sounds yummy! I can imagine the avocado adds the most wonderful creaminess!
Happy Birthday!!! :-D
Kelly
Thank you, Meeling!
Katie @ Produce on Parade
Happy Birthday, Kelly! I used to make a lot of German Chocolate Cakes as it was my brothers’ and father’s and grandfather’s favorite! :) Hope your day is super special :D
Kelly
Thank you, Katie!
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely
Happy birthday friend! I hope your German Chocolate Cake turns out! You must take pictures and share the recipe here if you like it. I love this pudding. Dessert without guilt is the best! Have a good weekend Kelly!
Kelly
Dessert without guilt is the best, it’s true! Thanks for the birthday wishes!
Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron
Happy. happy birthday! I hope you have a fantastic day!!
Kelly
Thank you, Chelsea!