Tex Mex Recipe: Dessert So Good It Needs a Parade: Spicy Chocolate Fiesta Mousse (Plant-Based, Guilt-Free, and Muy Sabroso)

Spicy Avocado Chocolate Fiesta Mousse

You’ve danced. You’ve taco’d. You’ve dodged confetti like a ninja in a flower crown. Now it’s time for a dessert that says, “¡Viva la vida dulce!”—without making you regret every decision after the second spoonful.Servings: 4

Heat Level: Gentle kick of spice (but we’ll crank it up if you’re feeling caliente)

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Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados (yes, trust me)
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup plant-based milk (almond, oat, or the one that makes you feel fancy)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup (or agave if you’re edgy)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• Pinch of sea salt
• Optional toppings: fresh berries, coconut whipped cream, crushed pistachios, a dusting of cinnamon or chili powder for flair

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Spice Level Adjustments:

• Mild: Skip the cayenne and double the cinnamon. You’ll feel cozy, not challenged.
• Medium: As written—just a whisper of heat to make your taste buds salsa.
• Wild Child: Add a 1/4 tsp cayenne and a dash of chipotle powder. Put on a fire hat and warn your abuelita.

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Instructions:

1. Blend Like You Mean It: In a food processor or high-powered blender, toss in all ingredients. Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape the sides as needed.
2. Taste Test: Adjust sweetness or heat if needed. Remember, this is your flavor fiesta—you’re the DJ, amigo.
3. Chill Out: Scoop mousse into serving glasses or small bowls. Chill for at least 30 minutes (or until your maracas stop shaking with excitement).
4. Top It Off: Add your favorite toppings. Get artsy. Pretend you’re plating for a celebrity chef show. Then immediately eat it.

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Why This Dessert Deserves a Medal at Fiesta:

• Avocados make it rich and creamy without dairy.
• Cocoa + cayenne = ancient Aztec magic.
• No refined sugar, no guilt, no post-dessert nap required.
• You can make it ahead, so more time for dancing, less time stuck in the kitchen.

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🎉 Final Thoughts:

This mousse is the sweet finale your plant-powered Fiesta dreams deserve. It’s bold, it’s smooth, and it’s got a spicy attitude—kind of like you at your last Zumba class. 💃