Saintly Tuesdays - Chocolate Avocado Protein Mousse

I know, I know. The idea of Chocolate Avocado Protein Mousse might seem a little crazy, but just hear me out.

Actually, don't bother listening to me - just take a look at this:

There, that doesn't look quite so odd, does it?

Believe it or not, chocolate and avocado are one of the greatest, healthiest, yummiest combinations known to mankind. You can use it in delicious cookies and cakes, and even throw it into light and moreish bread.

If you still need convincing, check out this Shape article here - I'm all for the Chocolate and Avocado Zucchini Layer Cake!

Anyway, rich, fudgy and extremely chocolatey, this Chocolate Avocado Protein Mousse is a pretty decadent pud without any of the "bad" calories. In fact, it's packed with healthy, skin-boosting fats (avocado) and anti-oxidants (cocoa).

So, next time you need a chocolatey hit, you have no excuses - stick to the diet and whip up this beauty!

Sam x

CHOCOLATE AVOCADO PROTEIN MOUSSE

Ingredients:

(Makes 2)

1 soft, ripe avocado
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa
2 scoops chocolate protein powder
3 tsp honey
Pinch salt
1 tsp vanilla extract

Method:

1) Mash together the avocado and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.

2) Using a separate bowl, stir together the protein powder, cocoa, honey and salt. Mix the dry ingredients into the avocado, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth.

3) Tip the mixture into ramekins and place in the fridge to chill for at least one hour. Enjoy!