If you think chocolate avocado pudding tastes like chocolate + avocado… think again! It’s a deliciously creamy treat that is also good for you and is super easy to make.
Watch the video to see how this yummy dessert is whipped up in less than 5 minutes.
How to Make Chocolate Avocado Pudding
The secret to this chocolate pudding? Ripe avocados! If you think avocados don’t belong in dessert, I’m about to change your mind.
The avocado gives this healthy chocolate pudding a thick and creamy texture and it adds a lot of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. Don’t worry, this doesn’t taste like chocolate avocados, because of the cocoa powder, honey, and bananas give it a rich chocolatey taste!
I like serving this recipe as a snack or healthy treat for my kids, they enjoy it because it tastes like chocolate pudding and I love it because it’s good for them. Avocados are a healthy source of fat, and unsweetened cocoa powder is full of antioxidants.
This is one of those tasty recipes that helps my whole family eat clean together. Eating fresh, whole foods should not mean becoming a short order cook to keep your family happy at the dinner table.
In fact, I created a complete program to help you and your family eat fresh, unprocessed food together for a whole month.
If you are feeding a picky eater, then this recipe is a great way to add a healthy dose of nutrients to a food item that they are already familiar with: chocolate pudding. The option of letting them know avocados are in the mix is entirely up to you ;)
Helping parents make happier meal times and teach their picky eaters how to try new foods is exactly what we do in our Happier Plates Masterclass. If you have picky eaters and want to learn how to establish healthy eating habits for life with your kids, check out how we can help.
The riper the bananas, the less likely you’ll need to add honey since they’ll naturally sweeten the pudding.
This healthy dessert is best when chilled. I recommend making the pudding and allowing it to chill for at least 2 hours before serving. If leftovers are even a thing (not in my house), you can refrigerate and enjoy within one day.
Healthy Chocolate Avocado Pudding
Dessert that’s rich, chocolatey and good for you! This decadent chocolate avocado pudding is made with all natural ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes.
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: desserts
Ingredients
- 3 bananas
- 2 avocados, peeled and pitted
- 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place the bananas, avocados, cocoa powder, honey, and vanilla into a food processor or blender, blend until smooth.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 19.9g
- Sodium: 8.4mg
- Fat: 11.8g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
- Carbohydrates: 39.6g
- Fiber: 9.4g
- Protein: 3.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: whole30 desserts, avocado pudding, healthy chocolate pudding
Christine
I had high hopes for this recipe but was sorely disappointed. I used some seriously ripe bananas, still added the same amount of honey as called for, and followed the recipe to the letter but the pudding was extremely overpowered by the amount of cocoa. I’m a dark chocolate lover so I wasn’t looking for sweetness.
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MOMables - Laura
I’m sorry this recipe was not to your liking, Christine.
Julie G Young
Hello- I was wondering if the nutritional facts were for the 1/2 serving or was it for the whole recipe. Specifically- 19.9 grams of sugar is for a 1/2 cup serving or for the whole recipe? Thank you.
MOMables-Laura
Hi Julie, the nutritional info is for each serving, so there are 19.9 grams of sugar per serving. This is from the bananas and 2 tablespoons of honey, which are natural sources of sugar.
Karen
I was just curious if the pudding should have a chocolate flavor or a banana flavor? Mine tastes more bananaish. Should I add more cocoa or less banana? Thanks!
MOMables-Laura
It has a bit of both. You can add 1/2 tablespoon more of cocoa powder if desired but you may need to adjust the amount of honey so it’s not too bitter.
Denise
Just curious – what did you put on top of the pudding – the white cream? Please advise – thanks!
MOMables-Laura
Hi Denise, it’s whipped coconut cream.
Jen
Is there anything that could be substituted or added in to make it last more than a day or two in the fridge?
MOMables
Here is how I keep guacamole from browning. I’ve never tried using natureseal on this pudding since I normally make it in the morning and then eat it shortly thereafter.
Fari
Hello!
I’ve been looking for healthy dessert ideas for my children (8months and 2) that I can batch cook. Would I be able to make this up in single portions to freeze? Would it need to be defrosted before serving and how long would I be able to keep it in the freezer?
Many thanks from the U.K. :-)
MOMables
Hi Fari, this freezes ok but it changes texture. I recommend making this and enjoying it fresh.
Sherly
Chocolate pudding.. With different styles of ingredientslove this sweet
MOMables
Thanks!
pamela
mine was also bitter. my avocados and bananas are both perfectly ripe. i took the suggestion of a previous commenter to put some cinnamon in which helped considerably. i also added a little more vanilla and 1 TBSP of pure maple syrup. I think it is palatable now. The texture is great. I did not see milk in the recipe nor did I use it.
★★★
Renae Brown
Ah yes, mine was bitter and I added a ton of maple syrup (3 Tbsp) it made it all better! Thanks for the recipe!
Toni
I just made this for the first time tonight for my (almost) 3 year old and 1 year old. It’s supposed to be 4 servings but my 3 year old ate half of it! And my 1 year old loved it too! I love finding ways to incorporate veggies into our favorites and having it gobbled up :) Believe me….it’s a struggle!
Toni
I did alter the recipe by adding more milk, more vanilla, and a little less cocoa powder
diana
the texture is amazing. the taste is kind of banana-y. it’s very sweet. next time, i might do 2 bananas and 2 avocados. Great recipe, overall. Thanks!!
★★★★★
Raquel
How many cups does this serve? You say 4 servings, but is that like 1 cup per serving? or 1/2 cup?
Thanks!
Raquel
This pudding is delish! Don’t understand everyone’s problem with it. The bananas give it a natural sweeter that also healthifies it! If you want something super sweet then go eat a cupcake. This pudding does not need extra sugar added to it. Follow the directions and it turns out good! I’ve definitely been enjoying it :)
★★★★★
Mandie
How long will this store in the fridge? If I made a big enough batch to last for a week…..would it hold for that long???
MOMables
I would say 1-2 days. The bananas are not cooked so they begin to ripen as well.
fraser
blend in some dates (just a few) and coconut milk and dont forget to add cinamon.
then you have a winner
Kassie
This came out extremely bitter for me, also. My avocados were actually a little over ripe so I know that’s not what happened:( I’m hoping my son loves it though!
★★★
MOMables
It might be the type/brand of chocolate…
Katie
I just made this recipe and thought it tasted pretty bitter rather than sweet. Everything was ripe and portioned well, is there any tips on how to make it sweet? Or is it suppose to taste more on the bitter side? It looks and sounds amazing, but I don’t think my son would approve, unless there is a secret to make it taste more sweet. Suggestions? Love this site!
KeeleyMcGuire
Hi Katie,
The recipe is not bitter, as I’ve made it in as a pudding and similar recipe as a frozen popsicle. I’m guessing it might’ve been either the type or milk OR type of cocoa powder you used that would cause the bitterness. Thanks!
Donna
Am I missing something? I don’t see milk as an ingredient and was wondering about that.
MOMables
this recipe does not contain dairy.
Tressa
Mine came out bitter, also. And I did follow the recipe, although it hasn’t chilled yet, so I will try after it’s been in the fridge. I threw a couple teaspoons of regular sugar in it and it helped a little bit. But, if you are completely anti sugar, I’m not sure what would change the taste except more banana.
MOMables
Tressa, if the avocados aren’t ripe yet, the “pudding” can come out a little bitter. Also, this works best with overly ripe bananas and eaten cold.
Tressa
Ok, my bananas were a little spotted, but not black like I use for banana bread. The avocado was quite ripe though. I didn’t have it cold, but I do have some in my fridge now, so I will try it later and get back to you on it.
Tressa
My one year old was thrilled with it, however, so I count that as a success, regardless of how I thought it tasted.
wendy
What size avocado small or large?
MOMables
I’d say about a larger sized one.
Brittany T
Sounds yummy!
Ashley
How about freezing into popsicle molds as a fudgesicle? Anyone tried this?
MOMables
Delicious! Yes, we have a similar post/recipe. Check it here.
Monica
Don’t know if it will taste better after it chills but my pudding turned out tasting more like avocados and bananas than chocolate. Maybe my avocado and banana ratio got out of sync. (Smallish bananas and bigger avocodos). What do you do to fix as my kids will not eat it this way :(
MOMables
this recipe has got to be chilled!
CindyA
This tastes awesome! And it’s so easy and quick to make! I made it today. When I first tasted it, I thought, “Yay! A healthy, creamy chocolate dessert to satisfy those times when I crave something creamy and chocolatey!” It’s going to be my personal go-to dessert! For my family, we are still working through reducing those sweet tooth taste buds. For them, I added about 1/4 cup of raw sage honey.
Shante'
How would you pack this for lunch?
MOMables
Inside a thermos, since this pudding is best served cold.
Sharry
Can u freeze this pudding?
MOMables
you can. I would suggest in single serve portions.
Tara
Looks great! How long will this keep in the fridge?
MOMables
about 3 days.
Cari
What a great idea! Pudding is one of our favorite desserts in our house and I love the idea of getting in the avocado! How long will this keep in the refrigerator?
AshleyT
If I can ever get over my fear of avocados I think I could totally rock this recipe!
That and I should really buy a blender.