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    Chocolate Avocado Torte

    Published: Jul 30, 2018 · Modified: Oct 17, 2022 by Erin Carter · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    This chocolate avocado torte recipe is what dessert dreams are made of. It has a slightly sweet crunchy crust with a melt in your mouth chocolate mousse topping that is to die for. You'll also love that this torte is flourless, dairy free, gluten free and vegan!  

    Aa piece of chocolate avocado torte on a plate with a bite out of it.

    Why you will love this recipe:

    • The taste! This flourless chocolate torte has a delicious crunchy chocolate crust, with the most rich and creamy chocolate avocado mousse topping. 
    • Even though this torte is made with healthy avocados, you would never know it. All you taste is the flavour of rich, dark, chocolate. 
    • This chocolate avocado cake is flourless, gluten free, dairy free, paleo and vegan!
    • This healthy torte is a no bake dessert that is also raw and plant based. 
    • It's surprisingly easy to make and also freezes really well. 

    Key ingredients and substitutions: 

    Crust ingredients: 

    • Cashews - these form the crunchy crust base. You could also use almonds. 
    • Dates - to help the crust ingredients stick together and give it a nice sweet taste. 
    • Shredded coconut - to add even more texture and flavour to this delicious crunchy crust. 
    • Cacao powder or cocoa powder - to give the crust it's delicious chocolate flavour!

    Torte ingredients: 

    • Avocados - these gives this torte the most rich and creamy texture. Plus avocados are a great source of mono-unsaturated fatty acids and are full of vitamins and minerals.
    • Coconut milk - to help give this dessert even more of a creamy texture. I recommend using full fat coconut milk for this torte recipe.
    • Honey or maple syrup - either of thees natural sweeteners will work to give this dessert the perfect amount of sweetness. 
    • Cacao powder - to make this treat so chocolatey! You could swap this for cocoa powder too. 

    How to make this recipe: 

    Step one:

    First you will make the crust by placing all the crust ingredients into your food processor and blending them until you have a sticky texture. 

    Step two:

    Next transfer the blended crust ingredients to a 9 inch spring form cake pan and press it down until you have a smooth, even layer. Then transfer the pan to the freezer while you make the filling layer. 

    Step three:

    To make the filling or pie layer, put the filling ingredients into your food processor and blend well until they are smooth and creamy. 

    Step four:

    Take the pan out of the freezer and pour the filling over the crust. Spread the filling out evenly using a spoon or knife. 

    Step five:

    Place the pan back in the freezer and let the cake freeze for 1-2 hours, until it has the texture you prefer. 

    Step six:

    When you are ready to serve it, take it out of the freezer and let it sit for 10-20 minutes before cutting into it. Then enjoy! 

    A piece of chocolate torte that's been bit into.

    Chef's tips: 

    • If you don't finish this avocado torte in one one sitting, store any leftovers in the freezer for up to 7 days.
    • If you prefer this dessert to have more of a mousse like texture, freeze it for less time, but if you prefer more of an ice cream cake texture, freeze it for longer. 
    A piece of chocolate avocado torte on a plate with a bite out of it.

    Frequently asked questions: 

    Are avocados healthy? 

    Yes! avocados are such a healthy fruit. Some of the health benefits of avocados include: 
    They are a great source of mono-unsaturated fatty acids.
    Are a great source of fibre.
    Are loaded with vitamins and minerals including potassium, vitamin K, folate, vitamin C, vitamin B5, vitamin B6 and vitamin E.

    Is this chocolate torte vegan?

    Yes! This chocolate torte is both dairy free and vegan. 

    Is this a raw chocolate torte?

    Yes! This is a no bake dessert that is also raw and plant based. 

    Does this torte taste like avocados?

    Nope! It doesn't taste like avocados at all. Just rich, dark chocolate.

    Other recipes you will love:

    • Healthy Carrot Cake Donuts
    • Vegan Turtle Bars
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    • Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Bars
    • Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
    • Paleo Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
    • Paleo Lemon Blueberry Muffins

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    A piece of chocolate avocado torte with a bite out of it.

    Chocolate Avocado Torte

    This chocolate avocado torte is the most delicious no bake dessert. It's so rich and creamy and you'll love that it's gluten free and vegan too!
    5 from 9 votes
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    Course: Dessert, treat
    Cuisine: American, Vegan
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Freeze time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 428kcal
    Author: Dr. Erin Carter

    Ingredients

    Crust

    • 1 1/2 cups raw cashews
    • 1 1/2 cups dates
    • 1 cup shredded coconut
    • 1/4 cup cacao powder
    • 1 tablespoon organic vanilla extract

    Filling

    • 3 ripe avocados (flesh)
    • 1 1/4 cups full fat coconut milk
    • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
    • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
    • 1/3 cup cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    Crust

    • Place all of the ingredients into your food processor and blend well until desired texture (I still like to have some cashew chunks).
    • Transfer the crust to a 9 inch round springform cake pan.
    • Press the crust down with a spoon or spatula until you have a smooth, even layer.
    • Place the pan in the freezer while you make the filling.

    Filling

    • Place all of the ingredients into your food processor and blend well, until smooth.
    • Remove the pan from the freezer and pour the filling on top of the crust.
    • Spread evenly until smooth.
    • Place in the freezer for 1-2 hours, until it reaches the consistency you desire (Note: If you freeze this longer the texture is more like ice cream  cake, and if you freeze it for less time it is more like a mousse).
    • Remove from the freezer and let thaw for 10-20 minutes.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    1. Nutritional values are estimates based on a generic nutrition calculator and will vary depending on the exact ingredients that you use. 
    2. Store this cake in the freezer for up to 7 days. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 428kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 620mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 3mg
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