Avocado Chocolate Pudding is the perfect quick and easy vegan dessert recipe that's dairy-free, gluten-free, and bursting with wholesome ingredients like avocado, cocoa powder, dates, almond milk, and splash of vanilla.
This rich, decadent, no-cook treat delivers a silky texture and wholesome sweetness in every spoonful.
For another chocolatey avocado treat, try my chocolate avocado banana smoothie.
I love this avocado chocolate pudding because it's simple, fuss-free, and absolutely chocolatey - a bonus for anyone with a sweet tooth!
It's fast to whip up and one of my go-to desserts, especially when I need to use up several ripe avocados, transforming them into a rich, silky, and creamy pudding that doesn't taste like avocado at all.
My mum calls it "avocado crema" and sometimes stirs in tahini for an extra smooth and indulgent twist.
If you're a chocolate lover like me, you'll also enjoy my chocolate protein chia pudding, chocolate quinoa bowl, and chocolate blended overnight oats for more delicious treats.
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🥑Ingredients
- Avocados: Use ripe avocados for a super creamy, silky pudding.
- Cocoa powder: Unsweetened cocoa powder adds rich chocolatey goodness and a boost of antioxidants.
- Dates: Naturally sweeten your pudding while giving it fiber and minerals.
- Dairy-free milk: I used homemade almond milk, though soy, coconut, or oat milk all work perfectly.
- Vanilla extract: A splash of vanilla extract brings out the chocolate flavor and adds a warm, cozy aroma.
As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.
🔪How To Make Avocado Chocolate Pudding
- Combine ripe avocados, pitted dates, cocoa powder, almond milk, and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed. Chill for a firmer texture or enjoy immediately.
🧪Test
I tested adding a spoonful of tahini and some ground flaxseed (flaxseed meal), and it made the pudding even thicker, creamier, and more nourishing.
📋Variations
- Peanut butter avocado pudding: Stir in a spoonful of natural peanut butter while blending for a nutty, creamy twist that pairs perfectly with chocolate.
- Spiced avocado pudding: Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cayenne for a warming, slightly spicy chocolate dessert.
- Chocolate protein avocado pudding: Add a scoop of your favorite vegan protein powder while blending for a creamy, chocolatey pudding with an extra protein boost.
- Banana avocado pudding: Blend in a ripe banana for natural sweetness and an even creamier, more indulgent pudding
💡Marinela's Tips
- Use perfectly ripe avocados: Choose ones that are slightly soft but not brown or overripe for the creamiest texture.
- Adjust sweetness naturally: Add more dates or a splash of maple syrup if you like it sweeter.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pudding for 20-30 minutes to firm it up and enhance the flavors
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes, you can try maple syrup, agave, or date paste, but start with less and adjust to taste.
Absolutely! Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
🍫Vegan Chocolate Desserts
📖 Recipe
Easy Avocado Chocolate Pudding (Vegan)
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados pitted
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder unsweetened
- 10 soft dates pitted
- ⅓ cup + 1 tbsp unsweetened almond milk or any plant milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping the sides if needed. Chill for 20-30 minutes to firm up or enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use perfectly ripe avocados that are slightly soft but not brown for the creamiest texture.
- Soften dates in warm water if they are firm to make blending easier.
- Add more almond milk as needed to adjust the pudding's consistency.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
If you try this avocado chocolate pudding, let me know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don't forget to tag a photo @go_eatgreen on Instagram.
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Kayla DiMaggio says
This chocolate avocado pudding was so delicious! I loved how creamy it was! I devoured it!
Marinela says
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Kayla! Thanks for commenting.
Anaiah says
This vegan chocolate avocado pudding is such a healthy, creamy, and delicious treat! I love that it is naturally sweetened with dates. I won't feel guilty indulging in this often!
Marinela says
Ohh yes, it's an entirely guilt-free treat, I enjoy it often too. Thanks for commenting, Anaiah!
Emily says
I loved this healthy and delicious chocolate avocado pudding - it was so creamy. I love that it's naturally sweetened with dates!
Marinela says
I'm happy you enjoyed it, Emily! Thank you for your lovely comment!
Julia says
I loved this pudding. Healthy avocado and with dates as a sweetener it was so good. I enjoyed this a lot and this avocado chocolate pudding was just delicious with lovely fresh raspberries. Thank you for this. A nice chocolate indulgence without any guilt whatsoever.
Marinela says
I'm so glad you greatly enjoyed this simple homemade pudding, Julia! Thank you, too, for this lovely comment!