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Healthy Brownie Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Parfaits (Butter/Gluten Free)

Layered chocolate-avocado mousse with raspberries and gluten-free brownie pieces for an indulgent yet healthier parfait.
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 0.5 oz Ghirardelli 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips for rim (optional)
  • 3 tbsp sweetened coconut flakes for rim
  • 0.5 cup Ghirardelli 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips for mousse
  • 1 cup avocado mashed
  • 0.5 cup fresh raspberries for mousse
  • 5 tbsp sugar
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1 1/3 cup fresh raspberries for layers
  • 1 1/2 cup store-bought gluten-free brownies torn into chunks, for layers
  • 0.25 cup sweetened coconut flakes for layers

Instructions

  • Melt 1/2 ounce chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring between intervals until smooth.
  • Pour the melted chocolate onto a small plate and spread the 3 tablespoons of sweetened coconut flakes on another plate.
  • Dip the rim of each parfait glass into the melted chocolate, then into the coconut flakes to coat; refrigerate the glasses until the chocolate sets.
  • Melt 1/2 cup chocolate chips the same way in the microwave, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
  • In a food processor or blender, combine the melted chocolate, mashed avocado, 1/2 cup raspberries, 5 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/4 cup almond milk; process until completely smooth and well combined to make the mousse.
  • Spoon about 1/4 of the mousse into each chilled glass as the first layer.
  • Top the mousse in each glass with approximately 2/3 cup fresh raspberries.
  • Add about 1/2 cup torn brownie chunks per glass over the raspberries.
  • Sprinkle 2 tablespoons sweetened coconut flakes over the brownie layer in each glass.
  • Divide the remaining mousse among the glasses, then finish with the remaining brownie chunks on top.

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • small plate
  • food processor or blender
  • parfait glasses (4) or similar serving glasses
  • spoon or spatula
  • Refrigerator

Notes

  • Rimming the glasses is optional.
  • Use ripe avocados for a smooth mousse.
  • Adjust sugar to taste if raspberries are very tart.
  • Gluten-free brownies are used to keep this recipe gluten-free.