Time for some sweets! Try my green chocolate dipped Avocado Ice Cream Dessert … This is so good, Christmas and winter represented in one dessert. Easy to make, pretty, pure, a source of healthy fats, refined sugar free and full of nutrients. Is this really a dessert?!
I used silicon Christmas tree molds, they are so cute but you can of course use any shape you want. This a delicious yet healthy dessert and it’s open to a lot of variation. Just blend, freeze, dip, decorate and done.
Ingredients for 4,
- 2 large avocados
- 240ml / 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 120ml / 1/2 cup almond or soy milk, unsweetened
- 1/3 cup maple or brown rice syrup, adjust to taste
- 60 ml / 1/4 cup thick coconut cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch of sea salt
Instructions,
- Blend the Base:
In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, coconut milk, almond milk, maple syrup, coconut cream, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness by adding more maple syrup if desired. For a tangy flavor, stir in lime or lemon juice.
- Chill the Mixture:
Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. This helps the flavors meld together.
If you have an ice cream maker, pour the chilled mixture into it and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
If you don’t have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container. Stir every 30 minutes to prevent large ice crystals from forming, continuing until creamy (about 4-6 hours).
Choco dip,
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 2 Tbsp. cacao powder
- a few drops of stevia
- tiny pinch of Himalaya sea salt
or
- 100 grams of a dark, pure chocolate bar melted in a bowl above warm water
Melt the dark chocolate or mix together the ingredients for the choco dip.
Assemble the trees,
- Scoop the ice cream into the Christmas tree molds or if you don’t use these scoop into cones and follow from step 4.
- Put the trees back into the freezer to harden up.
- Remove from silicone form and dip in the melted chocolate.
- Decorate while the chocolate is still soft with desiccated coconut, finely chopped nuts or crushed macaroons. It’s up to your imagination!
- Flavor options below.
Because the fact that the ice trees are frozen, the choco dip cools and hardens immediately and you can double dip for a thicker coating.
Take them out and let it soften it for about 10 minutes before enjoying it. This makes the inside softer and easier to scoop it up!
Flavour options,
1. Chocolate Avocado Delight
- Add-Ins:
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (blend with the base).
- Optional: 2 tbsp vegan chocolate chips (fold in before freezing).
- Toppings:
- Dipped in melted dark chocolate and a sprinkle of cacao nibs.
2. Tropical Avocado Bliss
- Add-Ins:
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks instead of the almond milk (blend with the base).
- 1 tbsp shredded coconut (fold in before freezing).
- Toppings:
- Dipped in melted dark chocolate and sprinkled with toasted coconut flakes.
3. Mint Chocolate Chip Avocado
- Add-Ins:
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract (blend with the base).
- 2 tbsp vegan chocolate chips (fold in before freezing).
- Toppings:
- Dipped in melted dark chocolate and sprinkled with finely chopped fresh mint leaves or one strategically placed mint leaf.
Let me know how it turned out if you gave it a try. For more healthy Holiday season inspiration,
- Plant Based Christmas Menu
- High Protein Christmas Meal Plan
- Raw Vegan Christmas Menu
- Orange Almond Biscotti
If you want to save this recipe you can save the picture below to your Pinterest board.
Wish you the best Holidays with great food and lots of love!
Tina x
