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Black Forest Dessert Cups Recipe

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Black Forest Dessert Cups offer a dairy-free, refreshing twist on the classic black forest cake, blending fresh sweet cherries, creamy dairy-free whipped cream, and rich avocado chocolate mousse. This easy no-bake dessert comes together quickly and serves as a delightful, healthy treat perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings

Ingredients

Cherries and Syrup

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

Dairy-Free Whipped Cream

  • ~2 cups dairy-free whipped cream, chilled

Avocado Chocolate Mousse

  • 1 (200g) large avocado, peeled and pitted, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (85g) maple syrup, or to taste
  • 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)

Garnish

  • Chocolate shavings or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cherries and Syrup: In a small bowl, combine 2 cups of pitted and halved fresh sweet cherries with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Stir well to coat the cherries and add more maple syrup if preferred for extra sweetness. Place the mixture in the refrigerator to chill until needed.
  2. Whip the Dairy-Free Cream: Using an electric mixer or stand mixer with a whisk attachment, whip the chilled dairy-free cream according to the product instructions until it reaches soft peaks. Chill the whipped cream in the refrigerator until ready to assemble.
  3. Make the Avocado Chocolate Mousse: Add the avocado, maple syrup, melted dairy-free chocolate (or cocoa powder), dairy-free milk, dutch-process cocoa powder, and optional ingredients (vanilla extract, espresso powder, and pinch of salt) into a small food processor or blender. Blend until the mixture is very smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness or flavor as needed.
  4. Assemble the Dessert Cups: In three or more serving glasses, layer the whipped cream, avocado chocolate mousse, and macerated cherries along with their syrup in desired proportions. Ensure the cherry syrup is evenly distributed to enhance flavor and moisture.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Top each dessert cup with additional fresh cherries and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or chocolate chips if desired. Serve the cups immediately for the best texture, or cover and refrigerate for up to 6 hours, considering the whipped cream’s stability as noted.

Notes

  • The assembled dessert cups are best consumed within 6 hours as the whipped cream might lose stability after prolonged refrigeration.
  • Use ripe, sweet cherries for optimal flavor and natural sweetness.
  • The mousse can be adjusted by adding more maple syrup or cocoa powder depending on your sweetness preference.
  • For creamier mousse, ensure the avocado is ripe and at room temperature before blending.
  • If a richer chocolate flavor is desired, melt dairy-free chocolate instead of using cocoa powder.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Western
  • Diet: Vegan

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/black-forest-dessert-cups-recipe/