Dark Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Servings 6 Servings

3 avocados pitted and peeled
0.5 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
3 tablespoons maple syrup
0.5 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
0.5 banana
1 cup dates pit then soak in warm water for 10 mins. Drain but reserve some water
1 teaspoon cinnamon optional
1 teaspoon instant coffee or espresso powder optional
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

Combine all ingredients in a food processor. Blend until smooth, adding water (from the soaked dates) 1 tablespoon at a time, for consistency.Flavor balance by adjusting salt, lemon, maple syrup and optional flavorings. (Recipe♦359)