Nutritious & Delicious Recipes - Chocolate Mousse

Making chocolate by hand here in Costa Rica 🍫🌿

Cacao has been used for centuries to support mood, the heart, and the nervous system β€” long before it was wrapped in shiny paper.

My question for you:

πŸ‘‰ Do you listen to your body when it asks for chocolate?

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🌿 Nutritious Chocolate Mousse

(No-Cook, Blender Recipe)

Creamy β€’ Naturally Sweet β€’ Dairy-Free β€’ Refined-Sugar-Free

πŸ₯£ Serves

2–3 portions

πŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 1 ripe banana 🍌

  • 1 ripe avocado πŸ₯‘

  • 2 tbsp raw cacao powder 🍫

  • 2 tbsp ground almonds or almond butter

  • 60–120 ml unsweetened almond milk (to desired thickness)

  • Optional:

    • 1–2 soaked dates or a drizzle of raw honey (for extra sweetness)

    • Pinch of sea salt (brings out the chocolate)

    • Β½ tsp vanilla or cinnamon

πŸ”„ Method

  1. Add all ingredients to a blender.

  2. Blend until smooth, thick, and creamy.

  3. Taste and adjust β€” more cacao for richness, more almond milk for softness.

  4. Chill for 20–30 minutes for a firmer mousse (optional but lovely).

✨ To Serve

  • Spoon into small bowls or glasses

  • Top with crushed almonds, cacao nibs, or fresh berries

  • Serve mindfully β€” a little goes a long way πŸ’›

🌱 Why It’s Nourishing

  • Cacao – rich in magnesium & mood-supporting antioxidants

  • Avocado – healthy fats for brain & hormone support

  • Banana – natural sweetness & gentle energy

  • Almonds – protein, fibre & mineral support

🍫 Gentle Note

This is real food chocolate β€” deeply satisfying, naturally sweet, and kind to your body!

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