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    Home / Recipes / Keto Desserts

    Chocolate Avocado Pudding (Paleo, Keto)

    By Lisa MarcAurele on Dec 12, 2019 22 Comments - This post may contain affiliate links. See Disclosure

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    A decadent dark chocolate avocado pudding is sure to satisfy any chocolate craving. So rich with perfect pudding texture, you’d never guess it includes avocados!

    keto chocolate avocado pudding recipe
    Jump to:
    • 💛 Why you'll love it
    • 📋 Ingredients
    • 💭 Quick tips
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🍽️ Serving suggestions
    • 🙋 FAQs
    • 📚 Related recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    Ready for a rich, delicious chocolate pudding that is paleo-friendly, packed with healthy fats, and takes less than 5 minutes to make? I have just the recipe for you.

    The idea for making creamy treats from avocado has been around for a while. It's no secret they are the key to a delicious keto avocado smoothie.

    Since they are perfect for getting a thick and rich texture in shakes, I thought I'd try it in a pudding. Chocolate avocado pudding has been around for a while but most are loaded with sugar or sweeteners that aren't keto friendly.

    The pudding has also gotten a bit of a bad reputation. This is because some recipes don’t have the right ingredients to cover the avocado taste. No matter how much you love avocado, a bad tasting pudding can turn you off right away.

    With the right flavor combination, this is a decadent and healthy dessert for those on a keto diet.

    💛 Why you'll love it

    This is the best chocolate avocado pudding because there's no sugar added in the recipe. It's the perfect dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth craving without making you feel guilty.

    In fact, it will make you feel the opposite of guilt. It’s a dessert that’s actually good for you! And with the dreamy texture and bold flavor, it may just become your go-to low carb treat.

    avocado chocolate pudding keto

    📋 Ingredients

    The best thing about this easy chocolate avocado pudding recipe is that you only need 5 simple ingredients to make your pudding. I'll even share a couple variations and swaps you can make.

    Avocados

    Start with two soft and very ripe avocados. This recipe will not work with avocados that are not ripe yet, because they will not give us the right texture. 

    Almond milk

    Make sure you use unsweetened almond milk. You can also use vanilla flavored as long as there's no added sugar. Coconut milk or coconut cream is a great alternative. You can even use a 50/50 mix of heavy cream and water if you don't need it to be dairy-free.

    Cocoa powder

    Regular unsweetened cocoa powder is fine to use. But I recommend using a dark cocoa for a richer color and flavor. You can even use raw cacao powder.

    Sweetener

    My preferred keto sweetener is liquid stevia or monk fruit. However, any of the keto sweeteners you have on hand will work well for this easy chocolate avocado pudding. If you aren't following a low-carb eating plan, maple syrup or agave syrup can be used for paleo.

    Vanilla

    Adding vanilla extract is a great way to enhance the flavor and add a touch of sweetness. You can cut back on the amount if you use a vanilla flavored liquid sweetener or vanilla almond milk.

    avocado pudding ingredients

    Please note: Check out the recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients used to make this low-carb recipe.

    💭 Quick tips

    Use dark cocoa. For a rich chocolate flavor, I recommend using dark cocoa for this chocolate avocado pudding. Personally, I like the stronger taste and color because it's hard to tell there’s avocado in the pudding.

    Add in espresso. This recipe also has the option to add instant espresso powder. Espresso is known for enhancing chocolate flavor, so I knew it would be perfect in this recipe. It really adds to the richness of the chocolate.

    Purée well. It's best to use a food processor or blender to make sure all the ingredients are well combined. Otherwise, you won't achieve the silky smooth texture.

    Make it dairy-free and nut-free. Use coconut milk or coconut cream for a creamy pudding without any dairy or nuts. You can even top it with coconut whipped cream!

    🔪 Instructions

    It takes very little work to make chocolate avocado pudding. It just takes a little time to process and requires no cooking time.

    For the full list of instructions, scroll to the bottom of this post.

    Prepare the avocados

    Cut avocados in half, remove the pit from each, then use a spoon to scrape the flesh out into a blender or food processor. 

    ingredients in food processor

    Purée

    Add almond milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, stevia drops, vanilla extract, and instant espresso powder to the blender or food processor.

    Process together until the ingredients are well combined into a creamy pudding texture. You want to keep processing until there are no more avocado lumps.

    ingredients blended in food processor

    Chill

    The pudding is best served chilled. I like to divide into four dessert dishes, then cover and refrigerate.

    🍽️ Serving suggestions

    Want to take your chocolate avocado pudding to the next level? Here are a few delicious ideas:

    • Top it off! Sprinkle on a few of my homemade sugar free chocolate chips or sugar free peanut butter chips over your pudding… you could even try both.
    • Add sauces or syrups. I recommend drizzling with peanut butter topping or sugar free caramel sauce for a truly yummy treat.
    • You can never go wrong with some fresh whipped cream.
    • Use the pudding as a layer in a caramel chocolate trifle! Start with a batch of my 5 Ingredient Keto Brownies, cut into 1 inch cubes. Lay half of the cubes on the bottom of a trifle dish or large glass bowl. Layer whipped cream, chocolate avocado pudding, and sugar free caramel sauce, then repeat the layers to finish the trifle.

    There are so many different ways to enjoy this chocolate pudding. You can even freeze it into a chocolate avocado ice cream!

    keto avocado chocolate pudding

    🙋 FAQs

    This is a pretty simple recipe, and all of the details are in the printable card at the bottom of this post. First, here are some questions people often ask about making this creamy pudding!

    What's in Kourtney Kardashian's avocado pudding?

    The reality star has made this treat super popular. But her recipe isn't a keto-friendly one. It contains avocado, cane sugar, whole milk, and Manuka honey.

    What are the benefits of eating this style of pudding?

    Antioxidants from the dark cocoa plus healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, and fiber from the avocado make this a healthy recipe. Using keto-friendly ingredients makes it a guilt-free treat for weight loss.

    Can you freeze the pudding?

    One of the best things about this pudding is that it freezes really well. So you can store the leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer.

    How long does it last in the refrigerator?

    Your chocolate avocado pudding should last up to 5 days in the refrigerator when stored in a sealed container.

    keto avocado pudding

    📚 Related recipes

    Looking for a few other pudding recipes? Try these favorites that combine different ingredients and flavors for a satisfying keto treat:

    • Sugar Free Low Carb Banana Pudding Custard is the perfect sweet treat for anyone that has been missing bananas on Keto!
    • Keto Chia Seed Pudding is a delicious vanilla pudding full of healthy fat and fiber that’s quick and easy to make for a simple treat.
    • Creamy Keto Coconut Pudding is made with coconut milk and cream cheese for a yummy, traditional style pudding that’s low carb.
    • Strawberry Chia Pudding combines almond milk and a fruity flavor for a treat that is very refreshing and tasty. 
    • Homemade Butterscotch Pudding uses butter and a brown sugar substitute for a super-satisfying dessert made from scratch!

    Or try something a little different like a cheesecake pudding!

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    📖 Recipe

    avocado chocolate pudding keto

    Chocolate Avocado Pudding (Paleo, Keto)

    Author: Lisa MarcAurele
    4.86 from 7 votes
    An easy paleo dark chocolate pudding recipe made with avocados that tastes great. It's a tasty way to sneak in some healthy fat into the diet.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
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    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 147

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    Ingredients

    • 2 medium avocados soft and very ripe
    • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
    • ½ cup Hershey’s Special Dark Cocoa or regular unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1 teaspoon SweetLeaf Stevia Drops
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon instant espresso powder optional
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    Instructions

    • Cut avocados in half, remove pit, then scrape the flesh out with a spoon and put in food processor. Add the remaining ingredients.
    • Process together until ingredients are well combined and there are no more avocado lumps.
    • Divide into four dessert dishes, cover and refrigerate.

    Notes

    Use dark cocoa for the best results. It has a much bolder chocolate taste that is enhanced even more when espresso powder is added.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 147 | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 135mg | Potassium: 362mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 9.9mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 4mg

    Additional Info

    Net Carbs: 5 g | % Carbs: 13.9 % | % Protein: 11.1 % | % Fat: 75 % | SmartPoints: 5
    Values
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    Note on Nutritional Information

    Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.

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    First published: March 9, 2012... Last updated: December 12, 2019

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    Comments

    1. Valerie Smith

      September 23, 2021 at 5:40 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this. I'm actually eating it right now. Wanted to try it before printing the recipe. This one is going in the KEEP folder! Wow!! Super smooth great chocolate flavor. No hint of avocado. I didn't have espresso powder so I used instant coffee instead. This would make a great frosting as well.

      Reply
    2. Michelle

      September 03, 2021 at 5:20 pm

      Hi Lisa, I have recently found your wonderful vlog and have made several of your recipes that have all been spectacular! Would you happen to have or come up with a classic pistachio torte but keto version maybe using avocado? Thank you so much for sharing your skills, knowledge and gifts!

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        September 04, 2021 at 10:47 am

        I haven't, but it shouldn't be too hard to do. This pudding recipe could probably be modified for it. You'd just need some pistachio flavoring to add instead of the cocoa for the pudding part. Then I'd add a nut based crust and some keto whipped cream topping.

        Reply
    3. Denise Izzi

      April 01, 2021 at 3:46 pm

      Do you know how long you can keep the chocolate mousse in the refridgerator?

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        April 01, 2021 at 8:10 pm

        It should be fine for 4 to 5 days in the fridge.

        Reply
    4. Jamie Konshak

      March 19, 2021 at 12:52 pm

      Too much cocoa and WAY too much stevia.

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        March 19, 2021 at 1:34 pm

        Feel free to tweak the sweetener and cocoa to your own preferences.

        Reply
    5. Sandy

      February 05, 2021 at 4:04 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious

      Reply
    6. PL Jones

      February 16, 2020 at 3:05 pm

      Did not like the taste.

      Reply
    7. Kathy Wierzbinski

      February 24, 2019 at 1:28 pm

      Thank You Lisa,
      As a Type 2diabetic I am always looking for low carb food s that taste good. I followed your recipe for the Egg Casserole and loved it! I going to try your pumpkin chi pudding (who doesn't love pumpkin) and your dark chocolate avocado pudding. It is still cold here in Michigan . Love your recipes. I have told may of my diabetic friends about your website.
      Thank you again!
      Kathy

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        February 25, 2019 at 5:33 am

        Thanks for sharing the website with others. I'm glad you are enjoying the recipes. It's still cold here in Connecticut too but it's been a mild winter so I can't complain.

        Reply
    8. Vicki K

      January 20, 2019 at 7:56 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, 5 minutes after I read this recipe, it was done. The texture is just like "regular" pudding which is so much harder to make. I used Swerve and added some homemade coffee concentrate to it. Definitely a keeper. thanks for the post.

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        January 21, 2019 at 8:22 am

        So glad the chocolate avocado pudding was a hit for you.

        Reply
    9. Felicia

      November 03, 2018 at 3:10 pm

      Would using granulated stevia instead of the drops effect the texture or flavor do you think?

      Reply
      • Lisa

        November 04, 2018 at 5:02 am

        Granular should be okay, but just be careful not to add too much or it can crystalize.

        Reply
    10. Mt

      September 27, 2018 at 6:20 pm

      Omg, it's so bitter. I even added additional sweetener but it's terrible. Help, I hate to dump it in the trash.

      Reply
      • Lisa

        September 28, 2018 at 11:02 am

        Did you try adding in a flavor extract like vanilla? That usually enhances the taste and makes it sweeter.

        Reply
    11. Emily Kemp

      June 19, 2018 at 8:08 am

      5 stars
      This is so quick and easy, love it!

      Reply
    12. Elaine Markley

      June 23, 2016 at 12:27 pm

      This would make great fudgesicles!

      Reply
      • Lisa

        June 23, 2016 at 8:01 pm

        I agree! I need to try that this summer!

        Reply
        • JD

          September 09, 2016 at 9:26 pm

          This was the best pudding I've ever had in my life. The texture was amazing as were the flavors. I love your blog too. Just came across it today. Thank you! You may have single handily saved me from going off my Keto plan!

        • Lisa

          September 10, 2016 at 10:33 am

          Happy to help JD! I'm a big fan of hiding avocado in chocolate.

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