This avocado chocolate pudding is healthy and can be dairy free! Just 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to whip up this thick and creamy avocado pudding. A delicious paleo, gluten free, vegan and dairy free dessert!
Click here to PIN this avocado chocolate pudding recipe!
Do you eat dessert every night? We don't, but I really wish we could! It probably wouldn't be a wise choice, however, because dessert in my mind is something sweet and sugary, usually heavy laden with bad calories that push you over the edge. I know dessert doesn't have to be this way, but that's a mental battle I have to get over.
Yes, you can go a healthier route and serve fruit for dessert with some sort of low-fat yogurt dip. Or, you can inject all sorts of alterations into a recipe to make it "lighter". But, again, these are not the ideal desserts in my mind.
Plus, who has TIME to make dessert every day? I sure don't!
🥑 Avocado Chocolate Pudding
THIS dessert recipe though? It takes just minutes to prepare and is made with avocados, making it a dessert that I don't have to feel bad about eating every day. Not that I would, but I could... <a-hem, cough, cough.>
🧾 Grocery List
This avocado chocolate pudding contains no whole milk, heavy whipping cream, cornstarch, or sugar that you find in most recipes. The base of this chocolate pudding, and what makes it creamy, is the avocado!
Ingredients for avocado chocolate pudding:
- Ripe avocados (2 medium)
- Milk (dairy or nondairy)
- Sweetener of choice (honey, maple syrup, liquid stevia, agave nectar, etc.)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (can use sweetened)
- Vanilla extract
This chocolate pudding with avocados is sweetened with your choice of sweetener. I prefer agave nectar, honey, or maple syrup creating a dessert I wouldn't feel guilty about eating every night.
Click here for full recipe ingredients and instruction.
🥛 Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding
Because the avocados in this recipe make the pudding creamy, you can use a lighter milk, or a dairy free milk (like almond milk, coconut milk, etc.) because you're not relying on it as the main substance. This is a dessert recipe to keep in my stash for also serving to my gluten free, dairy free, Paleo or vegan friends.
It truly seems like you're eating a normal delectable homemade chocolate pudding! You can adjust the ingredient amounts very easily to achieve the perfect taste for you. My preference is listed in the recipe below.
Don't you love giving a dish to someone and not telling them what's in it until they've almost eaten the whole thing? Since the avocado taste is masked well, Ben didn't even taste a hint of it the first time I gave it to him, until I told him. Then he said he could taste it just a little, but it didn't bother him at all. He loved it! Look who else loved it (photo from years back when we first started making this at home):
👩🏽🍳 How to Make Chocolate Pudding with Avocados
This avocado chocolate pudding is thrown together within minutes, maybe even seconds. There is no ingredient prep, except to quickly peel and chop the avocado, then you plop everything into your blender or food processor. You can even use your hand held mixer.
Now go fool your family or impress your vegan, Paleo and dairy free friends. I can't wait to hear your thoughts and stories on this one!
📋 More Recipes Using Avocados
- Avocado Tuna Patties
- Grilled Chicken Tacos with Avocado Salsa
- Avocado Lime Dip
- Avocado and Mango Salsa
PRINT this recipe or PIN it to save for later. Made this recipe? Leave a star rating and tag me on Instagram @seededtable so I can see. I love hearing from you!
This recipe was originally published March 19, 2012 and updated February 2021.
Recipe Card
Avocado Chocolate Pudding
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe avocados , peeled, pitted and chopped
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup sweetener of choice (honey, pure maple syrup, agave nectar, etc.)
- ½ cup milk (or any dairy-free milk)
- 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients, until smooth, in a blender, food processor or using a hand held mixer. Serve immediately, or chill first (recommended).
- Cover tightly and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
- You can freeze this pudding for an icy treat.
- Use more or less sweetener to taste.
- Nutrition information is an estimate only, based on using lowfat milk and honey.
SMLaguna says
love this pudding. i used coconut extract instead of vanilla for a little extra flavor pop.
Nikki Gladd says
Great idea using the coconut extract. yum!
Sarah says
How long does it stay good in the fridge for?
Nikki Gladd says
Hi Sarah,
I've always eaten this the same day so not sure how long it will last in the fridge. My guess is it's best no more than 1-2 days in the fridge.
Yvonne says
Thank you for this amazing recipe! I haven't had chocolate pudding since I gave up refined sugar almost 2 years ago. I used maple syrup, and this was an incredible treat!
Nikki Gladd says
Oh, Yvonne, I'm so happy to hear this! Yay!
Abri says
So delicious and simple to make. We love it!
Nikki Gladd says
Thank you, Abri! Simple and delicious go well together! 😉
Bianca says
This was seriously delicious! I followed the recipe but I put a little less maple syrup and I could taste the cocoa goodness in all its glory!
And to all the people who had to ADD sugar I would like to say: you might be addicted to sugar, it is a drug (don’t trust me, do some research). It brings a lot of health issues. Kids are at risk too.
If and when you are ready to change, try slowly cutting down and you will discover the great flavors of foods.
End of the preaching
Autumn says
Wow! This was super easy to make, and it came out light and creamy! I am a bonafide chocoholic, and this is a great way to satisfy the craving. I did double up on the sweetener to take the edge off the bitterness of the cocoa powder ... just right for my taste buds. I would make it again!
Mary says
I can not have honey or agave will it make a big difference if I just leave that out and use a couple drops of stevia?
Rhonda says
Love it!! I will never make boxed pudding again...so creamy, I added 100% organic coconut and slivered almonds and blended again. Almond Joy avacado chocolate pudding. It was so good!
Anonymous says
I made this pudding twice now. Seriously so delicious!!!! I added strawberries as a topping! Thanks for this recipe - satisfied my chocolate craving!
Nikki Gladd says
Yum! I'll have to try the strawberries!
Ginuca says
Wondering if can be frozen and turned into icecream??
Nikki Gladd says
I haven't tried!
alison downey says
Yep.
It is a little too gloppy for me, unless I freeze it. Froze it in little porcelain dessert cups. you have to really dig in to spoon it out- super satisfying.
FANTASTIC way to use and store the expiring avocados!
Mary says
OHHHHHHHH love this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tracy says
Thank you for this scrumptious recipe. The consistency is spot on. The flavor is sooooo much better than any store bought pudding. I made it exactly as written using vanilla almond milk and am very pleased with the results. My recommendation to those who didn't care for it would be to try it again with the expectation of it being a healthy alternative to the store bought mixes. You can taste the pure healthy goodness!
Anonymous says
This is a really good recipte but it took a while an one extra ugar to make it smooth and sweet
Raz says
Eek, that wasn't what I expected at all, I didn't like this one at all, it looked fine, good consistency,,, but, sadly It didn't taste good, I even added some Nutella to help the taste, but.. Tastes of Avocado, not like chocolate pudding :-(. I'll save the avocados for guacamole. Thanks for the recipe idea anyway.
Kathy says
I had three avocados that were about a day away from being thrown in the compost heap. I thought I may as well try this. I used my Ghirardelli cocoa. I also used stevia liquid instead of honey (2 droppers, because that's what I had). Super rich and yummy. I will never toss an avocado again! What an excellent way to add good fats and dark chocolate into my day. THANK YOU!
Nikki Gladd says
That's wonderful, Kathy! I'm so glad you were able to use up your avocados before going completely to waste! Yay!
Mary says
Oh yay!! I just asked that question because I can't have agave or honey!! Thank you!!
Krishna says
This is the first time that I am ever commenting on anything but just had to say thank u for this awesome recipe.Wow, I used this recipe today and I think I am never going back to the traditional chocolate pudding ever. It turned out so delicious........hummmmm!!!!! Could not taste the avocado in it at all.
Nikki Gladd says
So glad, Krishna! Thank you for taking the time to comment, too!
Nadine says
This was incredible! It tasted just like real pudding! I was hesitant to try it because of the naysayers, but I am so glad I tried it. This is so sweet and delicious you could use it to ice a cake. My two-year-old giggled after her first taste. Thank you!
Nikki Gladd says
haha! I love that your 2-year old giggled. 🙂 Glad you love the pudding! Goes to show we all may have different tastes, and to know for sure you just have to try it for yourself! 🙂
Maureen says
Will it make a difference if I am using 2% milk?
Nikki Gladd says
You can definitely use 2% milk! 🙂
Sarah says
How does it hold up in the fridge overnight?? Thinking about making this for the boys lunches tomorrow 🙂
Nikki Gladd says
Hi Sarah,
It should hold up just fine over night as long as it's covered tightly. 🙂
Cindy says
Thank you for the recipe! I tried it and it was super easy and very yummy! 🙂
Alison says
Hi there! I was just wondering, can you used unsweetened cocoa powder for this recipe? Thanks! 🙂
Nikki says
Hi Alison,
Yes, you can. That is actually what I use as it is sweetened with the honey. 🙂
Thanks!
Nikki
Lindsay says
This looks great, and a great idea for a vegan dessert, but just wanted to mention that honey isn't vegan, just for anyone reading this and planning on serving it to any vegan guests, but weren't aware about honey 🙂 thankyou for adding agave nectar as a vegan alternative, I wouldn't have a clue what to use otherwise! 🙂
Rachael says
The taste of this is okay. I was just really upset that the avocado wasn't blending well for me while using a hand mixer. It blended better in a blender and food processor. I love how simple and easy this is but I found it to be really messy! It wasn't sweet enough, I might add honey instead of agave, and lots more of it!
Erica says
I used the processor and it came out incredibly smooth. Also, I had to double the honey and I added both a whole banana and a tablespoon of brown sugar because it’s so darn bitter my daughter(5) said um that tastes like dirt mommy... so in went the extra stuff ha!
ChelleT says
I tried this recipe but didn't make it quite as healthy. I had been having a major ice cream craving. I used 1.5 c of cream in the recipe and froze it. It was a hit with everyone!
Bill says
Mu brother in law made this for thanks giving, AMAZING is all I can say, I knew what was in it ahead of time, still can't believe it's from avacado......I literally could eat a gallon of this stuff......try it you'll LOVE it
Tracie says
This was really good. My husband is on a wheat, dairy and sugar free diet and it is hard to find good treat recipes. I did have to add a little extra honey to take the bitterness out. I also added a pinch of salt. Thanks for the recipe!!
Stephen says
Not really sugar free when you add honey 🙂
Rachel says
I never post comments but this recipe was so good I just had to thank you. I put half in the freezer and it was divine! My fiancé had the great idea to use the other half as a dip for fresh strawberries and chocolate graham crackers. We are hooked!
P.S. I used light chocolate Silk soy milk - can't have too much chocolate!
Nikki says
Thanks, Rachel! I love the idea of freezing it since when I was little I loved to eat frozen pudding cups. And, dipping fresh fruit is such a great treat!
toulula says
i will try this pud on monday never tried avocados before.i have alpro choc pud made with soya milk 110 cals in each pot.
Elizabeth says
Blech! I made this and it's very bitter. It took adding a lot more honey and some plain sugar to make it tolerable. Still not enjoyable. I love avocado smoothies, so it's not anything I might have against avocados. ): Thanks for the recipe, but this was not good for me.
cathy's kitchen journey says
I told hubby about this yesterday because he wanted pudding. He thinks he'll be able to taste the avocado too 🙂
Melanie says
I just made this for my son who is the pickiest eater. He loved it! I'm so glad you posted this.
Sam says
This is amazing! Hope you don't mind, but I put a post on my blog linking back to this recipe 🙂
Honeywhatscooking says
Looks delicious. I have to make this. Lovely blog you've got here. 🙂
brighteyedbaker says
I've seen Chocolate Avocado Pudding before but I've yet to make it. I'm a little hesitant about what it will taste like, but it's not so much that I'm not willing to try, I just haven't found that perfect moment. I must admit, your pudding looks absolutely delicious 🙂
Nikki says
Oh, you must find that perfect moment! 🙂 And, the best thing about this recipe is you can so easily tweak it to fit your tastes. Enjoy!
April says
What a GREAT recipe and I love that it gets lots and lots of good fats into my skinny little five year old girl! I made this for lunch and honestly neither kid was super crazy about it. I think I need to tweak it-maybe a little less cocoa powder and maybe slightly more sweetener...not sure. But I thought it was great and had just a faint taste of avocados. Thanks Nikki!
Emily says
Did you find a combination that works? The coco taste was a bit too bitter for my kids but I did not taste the avocado at all.
Jessica says
I can't get over how smooth and creamy it looks! I am totally intrigued now. Must try!
Baker Street says
Love it! Looks rich and decadent.
Kelly Senyei says
I was so thrilled that we had the chance to meet at FBF Orlando and now I can't wait to follow your blog! I'm loving this extra creamy twist on a classic!
katie says
I love this idea... I would feel less guilt eating chocolate pudding that had avocado in it!
Michele says
I read this post at about 8:10 and now it's 8:19 and the pudding is already gone! You were right...super easy and yummy! Of course my husband felt the need to put some whipped cream on his (which I'm sure made it even better!) but it was great without it! He couldn't figure out what was in it, and was shocked and impressed when I told him avocado! Thanks for all the great recipes!
Nikki says
Love it!! 🙂
Ellie r. says
Can you taste the avacado ?
Nikki says
There is a faint taste of it, but only if you know it's there (in my opinion). 🙂
Lisa says
Not at all!
Jess says
Looks awesome, Nikki!! xo Your little man makes it look EVEN BETTER!
Sue Gladd says
This is so good!!! And judahs pic makes it even better!!!!
Karen says
Wow what an awesome idea!! I am so trying this. I will let you know how it turns out!!
Tiffiny Felix says
Hello! I just discovered your site and I am so glad I did! I've been clicking through the recipes and I love what I've seen 🙂 Especially this one...OMG! I had no idea you could do this! 😀
Your photos are amazing, and I was wondering if you'd be willing to share what kind of camera and lighting setup you have. I desperately want to improve the pictures I take for my blog and need to upgrade my equipment.
Thanks in advance! 🙂
Nikki says
Thanks Tiffiny! You can find my camera information on my About page, but you can get achieve great photos on any camera with some practice. As far as lighting, never use flash. I try to make use of daylight as much as I can and always set up in the same spot (my dining room table next to the window). I also use a white foam board (only $1 at the Dollar Tree) to reflect the light. 🙂
Jennifer says
Well I like avocado...and I like chocolate...so I may just have to bookmark this recipe!
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
I love avocado pudding although I hate avocados! I've been eating avocado pudding a lot for breakfast lately but it's healthy which makes it all okay. 🙂
If you want to make it really creamy, you can reduce the milk or leave it out all together and it makes it super rich and amazing.
I normally look like your little boy when I'm finished making a batch. It's just so good!
Nikki says
haha, Erin! I would love to see a picture of you looking like Judah after eating some of this! 😉
Cookbook Queen says
So so cool!! Definitely a dessert I can feel good about...and it doesn't look avacado-ey at all!!