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Home » Desserts » Chocolate Avocado Pudding (Dairy Free, Vegan).

Chocolate Avocado Pudding (Dairy Free, Vegan).

Aug 22, 2023 by Kelly Roenicke · 84 Comments

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best dairy free vegan chocolate avocado pudding

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!

easy chocolate avocado pudding

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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vegan chocolate avocado pudding in a green bowl

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

  1. Remove the avocado pit and peel, and slice it into large chunks. Place in a blender.
avocado in blender
  1. Add the non-dairy milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup.
cocoa powder and non dairy milk in blender
  1. 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.
blending chocolate avocado pudding
  1. Scoop the pudding into bowls and add toppings if desired. Enjoy!
blended vegan chocolate avocado pudding

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.

creamy dairy free chocolate avocado pudding in blender

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

dairy free vegan chocolate avocado pudding

Chocolate Avocado Pudding (Dairy Free, Vegan).

Kelly Roenicke
Enjoy a deliciously creamy dairy free treat – this chocolate avocado pudding is rich and wonderful!
4.94 from 16 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, vegan.
Servings 2
Calories 275 kcal

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
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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.

Notes

I think this pudding is best eaten right away. When I have tried to store leftovers in the refrigerator, it seems like the avocado taste starts to become noticeable.

Nutrition

Calories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 29mgPotassium: 721mgFiber: 9gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 290IUVitamin C: 12.7mgCalcium: 106mgIron: 1.8mg
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Mom to two boys with food allergies and sensitivities, Kelly is passionate about allergy friendly cooking and baking. She believes that you can enjoy amazing, easy recipes even when cooking for multiple food allergies.
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Comments

  1. patrickmunroe

    July 13, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    It tastes a little sweeter if you use vanilla almond milk! :)

    Reply
  2. Nicky

    July 03, 2014 at 4:26 am

    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!

    Reply
  3. Miriam

    May 28, 2014 at 2:46 am

    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!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      May 28, 2014 at 10:41 pm

      Yay! Thank you for letting me know! I’m so glad that you like it!

      Reply
  4. sarah

    May 23, 2014 at 2:26 pm

    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.

    Reply
  5. Tamara

    April 16, 2014 at 3:30 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • Kelly

      April 22, 2014 at 10:25 am

      Great! I am so glad that your family likes this pudding! I hate it when I waste avocadoes. :)

      Reply
  6. kelsey

    March 29, 2014 at 4:13 pm

    Can I substitute coconut milk if I don’t have any almond milk on hand?

    Reply
    • Kelly

      April 22, 2014 at 10:26 am

      Yes, any milk should be just fine!

      Reply
  7. What Jessica Baked Next

    January 21, 2014 at 9:15 am

    This looks amazing! Hope you had a great birthday! I’d love to eat one of these right now..:)

    Reply
    • Kelly

      January 22, 2014 at 10:41 am

      Thank you so much, Jessica!

      Reply
  8. Yead

    January 20, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    Looking so YUMMY. I love this.Great idea.

    Reply
    • Kelly

      January 22, 2014 at 10:48 am

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  9. Sarah@WholeAndHeavenlyOven

    January 19, 2014 at 8:33 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      January 22, 2014 at 10:46 am

      I hope you like it, Sarah! Let me know if you try it! :)

      Reply
  10. Tamara Faith

    January 19, 2014 at 7:55 pm

    What an interesting combo! Now, you have tempted my taste bud interest :)
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    • Kelly

      January 22, 2014 at 10:47 am

      I love that it is healthier than regular chocolate pudding, but you wouldn’t know it from the taste! :)

      Reply
  11. Meeling

    January 18, 2014 at 12:53 pm

    That sounds yummy! I can imagine the avocado adds the most wonderful creaminess!

    Happy Birthday!!! :-D

    Reply
    • Kelly

      January 19, 2014 at 11:28 am

      Thank you, Meeling!

      Reply
  12. Katie @ Produce on Parade

    January 17, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    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

    Reply
    • Kelly

      January 19, 2014 at 11:28 am

      Thank you, Katie!

      Reply
  13. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely

    January 17, 2014 at 1:00 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      January 19, 2014 at 11:26 am

      Dessert without guilt is the best, it’s true! Thanks for the birthday wishes!

      Reply
  14. Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron

    January 17, 2014 at 10:18 am

    Happy. happy birthday! I hope you have a fantastic day!!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      January 19, 2014 at 11:26 am

      Thank you, Chelsea!

      Reply
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