Filled with mouthwatering, nutrient dense superfoods, this dynamic cocoa duo is sure to please any chocolate lover!
Mousse Ingredients:
2 ripe avocados
4 tbsp raw cacoa powder
1/3 cup honey or pure maple syrup
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup vanilla or plain milk of choice (coconut, rice, nut)
Pinch sea salt
6-8 ice cubes to thicken and chill
Directions:
Blend all ingredients. Chill and eat within 4 hours. Serve alone or with chocolate brittle, granola, shredded coconut or fresh berries.
Chocolate Brittle Ingredients:
2/3 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup cacao powder
1/3 c maple syrup or honey to sweeten
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch chili flakes (or more if you like spice)
2 tsp maca powder (optional)
Pinch sea salt
Topping: 1/8 cup hemp hearts and ¼ cup chopped mixed nuts
Optional rocket fuel: gogi berries or dried fruit, cacao nibs, shredded coconut
Directions:
Melt coconut oil over medium heat. Once melted, remove from stove and whisk in cacao powder until well combined. Add honey, vanilla, chili flakes, maca, sea salt, and whisk well. Coat a large baking sheet or shallow baking dish with parchment paper. Pour the mixture in and even out. Sprinkle toppings over the surface Place in fridge until solid and then break into pieces. Store in fridge or freezer until ready to serve.
This recipe was provided by Natural Food Pantry's own Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Natasha Villeneuve
