You won't believe how good for you these No Bake Chocolate Avocado Mousse & Strawberry Spoon Desserts are, but also how quick and easy they are to make! And although they look elegant, they will only take you about 15 minutes to put together. This dessert on a spoon is also perfect for Valentine's Day, date nights, or other special occasions, and tastes amazing!
I love mini desserts because you still get your dessert fix but in a small portion. They are also vegetarian, gluten-free and Weight Watchers friendly. And you have to admit- they look really cool! And it's a great alternative to chocolate-covered strawberries.
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I saw a similar spoon dessert at an event earlier this year and fell in love with it! But I decided I'd make them healthier by using a chocolate avocado mousse (healthy chocolate pudding), fresh strawberries, dark chocolate, and coconut. I love how these mini desserts give you that sweet satisfaction but with only a little indulgence!
🥘 Ingredient Notes
- Avocado. Avocados are healthy, but they are not necessarily low-fat. But fat is not a bad thing here -avocados have 160 calories and 15 grams of healthy fats. And although they contain 9 grams of carbs, 7 of those are fiber, so there are only 2 "net" carbs, making this a low-carb-friendly plant food
- Agave. Agave is a natural, unrefined sweetener. It is sweeter than table sugar, rich in fructose, and also slightly higher in carbs (with 5 grams per teaspoon vs. 4 grams in table sugar.) But because agave tastes a hint sweeter, you can use a little less to get the same amount of sweetness.
- Almond extract. Almond extract gives the chocolate avocado mousse a unique and welcome hint of almond.
- Dark chocolate bar. I use Lindt supreme dark chocolate (90% cocoa)
*Please see recipe card for full list of ingredients and quantities
📖 Variations & Substitutions
- Agave - you can substitute liquid honey, but you'll need to double the amount
- Dairy-free- you can make this dairy-free by using dairy-free milk like almond or soy milk
- Strawberries - you could use a different fresh fruit or another berry
- Chocolate - you could use another type of chocolate such as milk chocolate, white chocolate, or chocolate chips
- Silver Spoon Desserts - you can use silver spoons instead of plastic
🔪 How to Make Chocolate Strawberry Spoon Desserts
Make the Avocado Chocolate Mousse:
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit.
- Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh and put it into a small blender or food processor.
- Add the agave, cocoa powder, vanilla, milk, and almond extract.
- Blend until very smooth.
Assembly:
Cut 7 strawberries in half and put ½ a strawberry (sliced side up with stem) on bottom of the spoon.
Fill a pastry bag, fitted with a 1M tip full of avocado chocolate mousse. Pipe a dollop of mousse onto each strawberry half (as you would onto a cupcake) SEE VIDEO in NOTES * If you don't have a piping bag and tip, you can use a ziplock bag (just cut off one corner) and pipe the mousse in a circular motion.
Cut each square of chocolate in half. Add a half piece of chocolate to each strawberry spoon.
Remove the remaining strawberry stems and finely chop strawberries, then sprinkle a few pieces of chopped strawberries on top of the mousse, placing in front of the chocolate bar piece.
Garnish with sprinkles of coconut (on top) and whole strawberries on the plate. health goals!
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Recipe Tips
- Choose the Right Avocado: Use a ripe, creamy avocado for the mousse. To check if it’s ripe, gently press the skin—it should yield slightly without being too soft. Hass avocados work best due to their rich texture.
- Blend Thoroughly: For a silky-smooth mousse, blend the ingredients in a food processor for at least 1-2 minutes, pausing to scrape down the sides. This ensures there are no avocado chunks.
- Chill the Mousse Before Piping: After blending the mousse, let it chill in the fridge for 15-20 minutes. This firms up the texture slightly, making it easier to pipe and hold its shape on the strawberry.
- Use High-Quality Chocolate: Opt for a premium dark chocolate bar (70-90% cocoa) to balance the sweetness of the mousse and enhance the flavor. Bars with subtle notes of fruit or nuts complement the strawberries beautifully.
- Prep Strawberries with Care: Hulling strawberries cleanly and slicing them evenly ensures an elegant presentation. Use a small paring knife or a strawberry huller for precision.
- Use Mini Dessert Spoons: If you want an elegant look, use dessert spoons. I purchased the plastic spoons (affiliate link) in the photos at a local Dollar/Party store. They are called Mini Spoons or Disposable Mini Dessert Spoons. You could also use small ramen/ soup spoons, or any small porcelain spoons.
👪 Serving Size
This spoon dessert recipe makes 14 servings. However, you can half, double, or triple the recipe by clicking on the serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The ingredient quantities will automatically adjust.
🔢WW Points
That's what's so great about mini desserts- you get your dessert fix but can still stay on track with your health goals and they still satisfy. These dessert spoons are only 3 Weight Watchers points each and are worth every single delicious point!
🌡️Storage
Store leftover dessert spoons in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
❔Recipe FAQ's
Yes! You can assemble the desserts up to 24 hours in advance and store them in an airtight container in the fridge. However, it’s best to garnish them with coconut and add the whole strawberries just before serving for maximum freshness
If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a high-speed blender to make the avocado mousse. Alternatively, mash the avocado thoroughly with a fork and mix the ingredients by hand, though the texture may be less smooth.
If you don’t have a piping bag and frosting tip, a resealable plastic bag works well! Just cut a small corner off the bag, fill it with the mousse, and pipe it onto the strawberries in a circular motion.
If you're looking for another healthy strawberry chocolate Valentine's Day dessert, then check out my Skinny Strawberry Chocolate Valentine's Day Cake
Valentine's Day is all about chocolate strawberry desserts and chocolate lovers will love this bite-sized dessert! It's a great way to enjoy both, without falling off the wagon.
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🍫🥑🍓 Chocolate Avocado Mousse & Strawberry Spoon Desserts Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Chocolate Avocado Mousse
- 1 whole avocado pitted
- 2 tablespoon agave syrup
- 4 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tablespoon milk
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
Toppings
- 6-8 strawberries
- 14 half squares of dark chocolate bar * I use Lindt supreme dark chocolate (90% cocao)
Garnish
- unsweetened coconut
- 6-8 whole strawberries
Instructions
Avocado Chocolate Mousse
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh and put into a small blender or food processor.1 whole avocado
- Add the agave, cocoa powder, vanilla, milk and almond extract. Blend until very smooth.2 tablespoon agave syrup, 4 tablespoon cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla, ½ teaspoon almond extract, 2 tablespoon milk
Assembly
- Cut 7 strawberries in half and put ½ a strawberry (sliced side up with stem) on bottom of spoon.6-8 strawberries
- Fill a pastry bag, fitted with a IM tip full of avocado chocolate mousse. Pipe a dollop of mousse onto each strawberry half (as you would onto a cupcake) SEE VIDEO in NOTES * If you don't have a piping bag and tip, you can use a ziplock bag (just cut off one corner) and pipe the mousse in a circular motion.
- Cut each square of chocolate in half. Add a half piece of chocolate to each strawberry spoon.14 half squares of dark chocolate bar
- Remove remaining strawberry stems and finely chop strawberries, then sprinkle a few pieces on top of mousse, placing in front of chocolate bar piece.6-8 whole strawberries
Garnish
- Garnish with sprinkles of coconut (on top) and whole strawberries on the plate.unsweetened coconut
Notes
- Choose the Right Avocado: Use a ripe, creamy avocado for the mousse. To check if it’s ripe, gently press the skin—it should yield slightly without being too soft. Hass avocados work best due to their rich texture.
- Blend Thoroughly: For a silky-smooth mousse, blend the ingredients in a food processor for at least 1-2 minutes, pausing to scrape down the sides. This ensures there are no avocado chunks.
- Chill the Mousse Before Piping: After blending the mousse, let it chill in the fridge for 15-20 minutes. This firms up the texture slightly, making it easier to pipe and hold its shape on the strawberry.
- Use High-Quality Chocolate: Opt for a premium dark chocolate bar (70-90% cocoa) to balance the sweetness of the mousse and enhance the flavor. Bars with subtle notes of fruit or nuts complement the strawberries beautifully.
- Prep Strawberries with Care: Hulling strawberries cleanly and slicing them evenly ensures an elegant presentation. Use a small paring knife or a strawberry huller for precision.
- Use Mini Dessert Spoons: If you want an elegant look, use dessert spoons. I purchased the plastic spoons (affiliate link) in the photos at a local Dollar/Party store. They are called Mini Spoons or Disposable Mini Dessert Spoons. You could also use small ramen/ soup spoons, or any small porcelain spoons.
Sabrina
So easy and delicious! I’ve never tried avocado with chocolate but it works great. Thanks!
Terri Gilson
Glad you liked it, Sabrina !
Bernice Hill
I'll never forget the first time I had chocolate avocado mousse. Such a surprise!! This is a perfect romantic dessert!
Katherine | Love In My Oven
There is DEFINITELY something about mini desserts that I just love. Especially when chocolate and strawberry is involved!! Sign me up for a couple of these!
Terri Gilson
Thanks, Katherine! You're officially signed up haha!
Denise@urbnspice
These Avocado Chocolate mousse mini desserts are adorable, Terri! I happen to have a collection of ceramic spoons too, so I will be sure to pin this recipe to try. I appreciate that it could be made dairy free too with a non-dairy milk substitute. Thanks for sharing.
Terri Gilson
Thank you, Denise- that's perfect that you have those spoons and exactly what I would expect, chef! I hope you enjoy it and yes, they can easily be made with a non- dairy substitute!
Colleen
Avocado mousse is so amazing, and you have totally up that game with these yummy strawberry chocolate spoons. Great idea, Terri (and love your photos, too)
Terri Gilson
Thanks, Colleen! That is a high compliment coming from you (your photography is amazing!)
Vanessa
Yum! Great idea! You can never go wrong with chocolate and strawberries paired together
Terri Gilson
Thanks, Vanessa! Yes, I agree 🙂
shailaja Desai
Perfect dessert spoons and great for entertaining and portion control too...deliciosu!!
Terri Gilson
Thanks, Shailaja- yes, I definitely need portion control when it comes to chocolate and strawberries haha!