This deliciously decadent cake reminds me of happy times with my family. I love that about food, how a smell or taste can take you right back to that memory.
My family introduced me to this recipe during the Christmas season of 2010. I have precious memories of that holiday, spending time in the kitchen with my family making Christmas treats. We huddled in the kitchen and made different components of the recipe together. For me, that’s what cooking is all about, enjoying the process, creating memories and sharing food with loved ones.
When my sister suggested that we make a chocolate & avocado cake, I was intrigued, if not a little sceptical. She assured me it was delicious and I’m always keen to try new recipes so I was excited to get cracking with it.
The avocado serves as the creamy element to the mixture and allows you to have a gorgeously silky smooth filling without having to use ingredients like cream and butter.
The base of the cake is made of dates, nuts and coconut (similar recipe to my energy balls) which gives a wonderful natural sweetness to it.
It’s perfect for both adults and kids and it’s always a great talking point when you mention the cake is made from avocados.
It’s perfect on its own or decorate with fresh berries.
I hope you enjoy!
- Base
- ½ cup of dates
- ¼ cup of almonds
- 2 tablespoons of dessicated coconut
- Chocolate mousse
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 75 grams dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- Soak dates in boiling water for 15-30 minutes until they soften
- Remove dates from water and give them a good shake in the strainer to get rid of excess water
- Add dates to the food processor along with nuts and coconut and blend to form a well-combined crumb
- Press mixture into a spring form pan. Push the mixture down so that it’s well compacted and even
- Put base in the fridge for at least one hour to set. Overnight is even better
- Melt chocolate over a double boiler and add to the food processor along with the avocado and maple syrup
- Mix well until it forms a thick and silky smooth appearance
- Pour chocolate mousse onto the base and spread evenly
- Store in freezer. Remove from freezer at least 15 minutes before serving
These cakes look so cute!
I like all the ingredients
Thanks so much! They are some of my favourite ingredients too. Dark Chocolate and Avocado is definitely a winning combination. I hope you enjoy