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Vegan Black Forest Cherry Dessert Cups Recipe

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  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Delight in these decadent Black Forest Dessert Cups featuring layers of creamy avocado chocolate mousse, airy dairy-free whipped cream, and fresh sweet cherries. This vegan and dairy-free treat offers all the indulgence of a traditional Black Forest cake without the baking. Quick to make and naturally refined sugar free, it's a perfect guilt-free dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Cherries

  • 2 cups (280g) fresh sweet cherries, pitted and halved
  • 1 tablespoon (20g) maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup (35g) fresh sweet cherries for garnish

Avocado Chocolate Mousse

  • 1 (200g) large avocado, peeled and pitted, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (85g) maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup (45g) melted dairy-free chocolate or extra 1/3 cup (35g) cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) dairy-free milk, room temperature
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons (15g) dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Other

  • ~2 cups dairy-free whipped cream, chilled
  • Chocolate shavings or chocolate chips for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cherries: In a bowl, combine 2 cups halved cherries with 1 tablespoon maple syrup. Gently toss and set aside to macerate while preparing the mousse.
  2. Make Avocado Chocolate Mousse: In a blender or food processor, add the avocado, maple syrup, melted chocolate (or cocoa powder), dairy-free milk, dutch-process cocoa powder, vanilla extract, espresso powder, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Assemble Dessert Cups: In serving glasses or cups, start by spooning a layer of the avocado chocolate mousse. Follow with a layer of macerated cherries, then a generous layer of dairy-free whipped cream. Repeat layers if space allows.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Top the final whipped cream layer with the fresh sweet cherries and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or chips if desired. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for a firmer texture.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm avocados for the creamiest mousse texture.
  • The maple syrup can be adjusted to taste depending on your desired sweetness.
  • If melted dairy-free chocolate is not available, increase the cocoa powder as an alternative.
  • Dairy-free whipped cream can be store-bought or homemade from coconut cream.
  • Optional espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor but can be omitted for a milder taste.
  • Chilling the assembled cups helps thicken the mousse and meld flavors.
  • This dessert is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 50 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Find it online: https://heartyfoodie.com/vegan-black-forest-cherry-dessert-cups-recipe/