Easter Chocolate Nest Mousse

Ingredients

• 2 avocados
• ⅓ cup raw cacao
• ⅔ cup raw cashews
• 125ml plant milk (oat, almond, soy or coconut)
• ½ tsp vanilla paste
• ¼ cup + 1 tbsp maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
• 1 pinch sea salt

Easter toppings

• 100g shaved dark chocolate
• 1 punnet raspberries
• toasted coconut flakes or shredded coconut
• mini Easter eggs or chocolate-coated nuts (optional)

Directions

1. Place avocado, cacao, cashews, plant milk, maple syrup, vanilla and sea salt into the Vitamix container and secure the lid.
2. Start on Variable 3 and blend for 10 seconds, then increase to Variable 8.
3. Use the tamper to push the mixture toward the blades until a thick, silky mousse forms.
4. Add half of the shaved chocolate. Reduce to Variable 1 and blend for 5 seconds to combine.
5. Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or small bowls.
6. Top with remaining chocolate, raspberries and coconut to create a nest effect.
7. Finish with mini Easter eggs or chocolate-coated nuts in the centre and serve.

Recipe Notes

• For extra smooth texture, soak cashews in warm water for 10–15 minutes before blending.
• Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup.
• Best served immediately or chilled for a thicker texture.