Chocolate Avocado Mousse

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Makes 6 servings

Ingredients for chocolate avocado mousse

• 4 ounces dark chocolate chips (about ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 6 drops or .30mL of peppermint oil
• ½ of avocado*
• 1- 14 oz. can full fat coconut milk

*Note ¼ of an avocado per serving is FODMAP friendly; this provides significantly less per serving.

Directions for chocolate avocado mousse

1. Place coconut milk in fridge for 2 hours.
2. In a microwave safe bowl, heat chocolate in 15-second increments until chocolate is almost melted.
3. In a bowl, whip coconut milk with hand blender until it fluffs and becomes double in size.
4. Add in peppermint oil, vanilla extract, melted chocolate, avocado, and cocoa powder.
5. Whip with hand blender for another 2 minutes.
6. Cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge for 3-4 hours.
7. Portion in cups and enjoy.