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Chocolate Avocado Frosting

A rich and creamy frosting made with ripe avocados and cocoa powder, perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium ripe avocados peeled and pitted
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or agave syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Prepare the Avocados
  1. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocados until smooth using a fork or an electric mixer.
  2. Ensure there are no lumps for a creamy texture.
Mix the Ingredients
  1. Add the sifted cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to the mashed avocados.
  2. Blend the mixture using an electric mixer until fully combined and smooth.
Taste and Adjust
  1. Taste the frosting and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more maple syrup.
  2. Mix again until well combined.
Serve
  1. Use the frosting immediately on your favorite cake or cupcakes.
  2. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 5gSugar: 5g

Notes

This frosting is vegan and gluten-free. It pairs well with chocolate or vanilla cakes.

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