Excerpt
Orange-Chocolate Mousse ParfaitDon’t tell anyone that the secret ingredient is avocado until they try this dreamy, decadent dessert.Soak time: 2 hoursPrep time: 30 minutesChill time: 2 hours
Mousse2 large avocados2/3 cup (53 g) cacao powder3/4 cup (255 g) agave nectar1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange zestPlace all ingredients in a food processor and blend for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth, with the consistency of a thick pudding. Add more avocado if too thin. Scrape down the sides of the container with a spatula as needed.
Vanilla Cream1 1/2 cups (180 g) cashews, soaked 2 hours1/3 cup (80 ml) coconut oil, warmed to liquid1/3 cup (80 ml) water1/3 cup (115 g) agave nectar1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Place the cashews, coconut oil, water, agave nectar, and vanilla into a high-power blender and process until very smooth.
Chill the mousse and cream for 2 hours or until firm, then layer into parfait bowls using a pastry bag or a spoon.Stored separately, the mousse will keep for 3 days in refrigerator and the cream will last for 1 week.
Yield: Makes 8 servings.