Nut Milks and Butters

Avocado Chocolate Spread

Make avocado chocolate spread by blending ripe avocado with melted dark chocolate and a little red chili. Spread it on toast or fruit.

Avocado chocolate spread

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Melted dark chocolate blended with ripe avocado and a touch of red chili into a rich, creamy spread.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
CoursePantry
CuisineAmerican
Servings10 servings
Calories96

Ingredients
  

  • 100 g dark chocolate 70% cocoa solids or more
  • 2 avocados check they are ripe
  • 1/4 tsp red chilli very finely chopped

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • food processor

Directions
 

  1. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler, or in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (the bowl must not touch the water).
  2. Peel the avocados and blend the flesh in a food processor until smooth.
  3. Add the chilli and the melted chocolate and blend once more.
  4. Spoon into a jar or bowl and chill in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 40g | Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7.4g | Saturated Fat: 2.4g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 3.2mg | Potassium: 183mg | Fiber: 2.6g | Sugar: 5.7g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 6.9mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 10 servings; dark chocolate 70% cocoa solids or more (the first choice counted), red chilli counted as ground red pepper. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.