Fruit dipping just got a whole lot more fun and delicious with this healthy paleo & vegan-friendly Dark Chocolate Avocado Fruit Dip!
A versatile fruit dip makes a tasty after school snack, fancy dessert or evening treat.
This Dark Chocolate Avocado Fruit Dip was actually created by accident. For real! I was on a mission to create an avocado chocolate ice cream but I liked the consistency so much after processing the ingredients so I went with it. No freezing needed. And to my surprise my picky eater husband was even a fan.
Dark Chocolate Avocado Fruit Dip takes less than 15 minutes to make and is made with only 6 ingredients. This rich chocolatey goodness pairs perfectly with in-season fruit, nuts, or gluten-free pretzel twists. The almond butter in this recipe adds a nice nutty flavor. However, if you have a nut allergy, feel free to substitute sunflower seed butter. That’ll work too!
Because everything is better {and healthier} with Avocado!
For the love of avocados! They’re one of my weekly staples that are quite a superfood. I like to use them in both sweet and savory recipes. Abundant in monounsaturated fats with about 80% of the calories coming from fat, high in fiber, antioxidant-rich, and contain nearly 20 different vitamins and minerals. And did you know, avocados are a fruit?! Yup..a creamy, oh so satisfying fruit that’s also known as an ‘alligator pear’. Need more convincing as to why you need more avocados in your life? Click here to learn about 19 amazing nutritional benefits of avocados.
The avocado in this recipes is what makes this fruit dip creamy and perfect for fruit dipping. It’s an easy way to sneak in healthy fats especially with your kids.
Nutrition tip: Don’t eat naked fruit!
Fruit is abundant in nutrients and full of fiber but it lacks in protein or fat (except for avocados – that’s a special fruit). Pairing fruit with this Dark Chocolate Avocado Fruit Dip or another source of fat or protein, such as nuts or cheese, will help to enhance the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients, will slow down the rise in your blood sugars and in turn, will be more satisfying in the long run.
Is your mouth watering yet?! Make this Dark Chocolate Avocado Fruit Dip for your next get together or a special afternoon treat for your kids!
Dark Chocolate Avocado Fruit Dip
Fruit dipping just got a whole lot more fun and delicious with this healthy paleo & vegan-friendly Dark Chocolate Avocado Fruit Dip!
Ingredients
- 2 medium avocados, ripe and slightly soft
- ⅓ cup + 3 Tbsp. dairy-free semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips, roughly chopped
- 3 Tbsp. creamy almond butter
- 3 Tbsp. cocoa powder
- ¼ cup coconut milk or almond milk
- 2 Tbsp. maple syrup (may substitute honey if not vegan)
Instructions
- In a saucepan on medium heat combine the ⅓ cup chocolate chips, almond butter, cocoa powder, coconut milk, and honey. Heat and stir just until smooth. Watch carefully to prevent overcooking.
- In a food processor or high powered blender, combine the avocados and the sauce. Process until smooth, scraping sides as needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
- Just before serving, top with 3 Tbsp. chopped chocolate chips or melt chocolate chips with a splash of coconut milk or almond milk and drizzle over top.
- Serve with fresh fruit and nuts of choice.
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Nutrition Information
- Serving Size: 3 Tbsp
- Calories: 157
- Fat: 11 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Carbohydrate: 15 g
- (Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 10 g)
- Protein: 3 g
Dietary
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Soooo want to make this for friends, but he has a peanut allergy. Do you have any suggestions for the almond butter and milk (aside from coconut milk)? Can I use yogurt?
Hi Amy,
If your friend has a peanut allergy (ground nuts) he may not be allergic to almonds (tree nuts) or coconut. If all nuts are off the table, I would suggest sunflower seed butter in place of the almond butter and yogurt in place of the coconut milk.
Hello! I am wanting to make this for a coworker who is gluten intolerant. Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free. All of the recipes on this blog are gluten-free so you’re in a good place! Enjoy!