Description
Enjoy a decadent yet healthy twist on the classic Black Forest dessert with these easy-to-make Black Forest Dessert Cups. Featuring layers of creamy avocado chocolate mousse, dairy-free whipped cream, and fresh macerated cherries, this vegan and refined sugar-free treat is perfect for any occasion without the need for baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Cherries
- 2 cups (280g) fresh sweet cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 tablespoon (20g) maple syrup
- 1/4 cup (35g) fresh sweet cherries (for topping)
Avocado Chocolate Mousse
- 1 (200g) large avocado, peeled and pitted, room temperature
- 1/4 cup (85g) maple syrup
- 1/4 cup (45g) melted dairy-free chocolate (or an extra 1/3 cup (35g) cocoa powder)
- 3 tablespoons (45g) dairy-free milk, room temperature
- 2 1/2 tablespoons (15g) dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Other
- ~2 cups dairy-free whipped cream, chilled
- Chocolate shavings or chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherries: In a bowl, combine 2 cups of pitted and halved fresh sweet cherries with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Gently mix and let them macerate while you prepare the mousse.
- Make the Avocado Chocolate Mousse: In a blender or food processor, add the peeled avocado, maple syrup, melted dairy-free chocolate (or cocoa powder substitute), dairy-free milk, dutch-process cocoa powder, vanilla extract, espresso powder, and a pinch of salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Dessert Cups: In serving cups or bowls, layer a few spoonfuls of avocado chocolate mousse at the bottom. Add a layer of macerated cherries, then a layer of dairy-free whipped cream. Repeat the layering until the cups are filled, ending with whipped cream on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Top each cup with the reserved 1/4 cup of fresh sweet cherries and garnish with chocolate shavings or chocolate chips if desired. Serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados for a smooth and creamy mousse texture.
- If you prefer a sweeter mousse, adjust the maple syrup to taste.
- Dairy-free whipped cream can be store-bought or homemade from coconut cream.
- Espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor but can be omitted for a milder taste.
- This dessert is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- For added texture, sprinkle some chopped nuts or vegan cookie crumbs on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
