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Rich chocolate flavour, super creamy and unbelievably easy to whip up, these Chocolate Mint Avocado Pudding Tarts make for a delicious dessert the whole family will love!

An overhead shot of avocado pudding tarts garnished with mint, candy cane and chocolate.

Chocolate Mint Avocado Pudding Tarts – an Easy Holiday Dessert

So, you may be thinking ‘avocado in pudding, Dawn?’ Ummm, no thanks.’

Seriously, you guys, this is really good.

I wouldn’t steer you wrong.

Promise.

You know how avocado is super creamy? How it makes guacamole so dreamy and delish?

Well, it does the same kinda thing for this pudding.

You don’t taste the avocado; it just lends itself to the lush texture.

Plus, it comes together in MINUTES!!! What are ya waiting for πŸ˜‰ ??

Ingredients for avocado pudding on a wooden board.

How to Make Chocolate Avocado Pudding

  • Melt chocolate chips via a double boiler (or in the microwave, using 30 second intervals). Lay to one side.
  • In a food processor add avocado, cocoa powder, almond milk, maple syrup, peppermint extract and salt.Β  Blend until smooth.
  • Add melted chocolate to processor and blend until combined.
  • Use in tarts or enjoy as is.

Photo collage of how to make avocado pudding.

For this recipe, I used pre-baked pastry tarts (how convenient are those?) and topped with crushed candy cane, shaved chocolate and fresh mint (after all, it is the holidays so why not go all out?)

This avocado pudding is so creamy, you’d be tempted to enjoy straight from the processor.

Not that I’d ever do that.

That’s not true.

You know I would πŸ˜€

Another way to enjoy this chocolate mint avocado pudding is to layer in small jars with whipped cream.Β  If you aren’t using the tart shells, this recipe yields enough pudding for four people.

An overhead shot of avocado pudding tarts alongside a scoop.

Tips for Making this Avocado Pudding Recipe

  • I used two avocados, each about 5 ounces (which is pretty much standard size).Β  If your avocados are larger or smaller, you may need to adjust the amount of milk you add to get your desired consistency.
  • Speaking of avocados, you want ripe avocados, not rock hard.
  • Chocolate almond milk was used here to really amp up the chocolate flavour.Β  You can use regular chocolate milk or even vanilla almond milk in a pinch.
  • Dark chocolate chips were used, but milk would work too.Β  Want to keep this avocado pudding vegan?Β  Use vegan chocolate & keep with the almond milk.
  • Don’t want chocolate mint flavour?Β  Omit the peppermint extract and replace with vanilla extract.
  • These are best made and enjoyed the day of (while the baked tart shells are fresh and crispy). If making ahead, I recommend not filling the tart shells until before serving. Also, garnish before serving.Β  Otherwise, the candy cane will ‘melt’ into the pudding and the mint leaf will wilt (ain’t nobody got time for that).

Someone holding up a chocolate mint avocado pudding tart garnished with candy cane and mint.

Other Easy Holiday Desserts you May Enjoy

A chocolate avocado pudding tart cut in half to show interior.

Hope you’ve enjoyed these chocolate mint avocado pudding tarts as much as I do!

Until next time, take care and chit chat again soon πŸ™‚

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An overhead shot of chocolate mint avocado pudding tarts on a wooden board.
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5 from 15 votes

Chocolate Mint Avocado Pudding Tarts

Rich chocolate flavour, super creamy and unbelievably easy to whip up, these Chocolate Mint Avocado Pudding Tarts make for a delicious dessert the whole family will love!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Canadian
Keyword chocolate mint, chocolate tart recipe, easy holiday dessert
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 12 tarts
Calories 194kcal
Author Dawn Coombs

Ingredients

  • 12 tart shell -baked per package instructions
  • 2 ripe avocados -about 5 ounce each
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup chocolate almond milk
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup -or to taste
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate chips -see note below

Garnish

  • crushed candy cane
  • shaved chocolate
  • fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  • Bake pastry tarts per package instructions. Lay to one side.
  • Meanwhile, add avocado, cocoa powder, almond milk, maple syrup, peppermint extract and salt to processor. Blend until smooth.
  • Add melted chocolate to processor and blend. 
  • Fill tarts with avocado pudding (about a generous 1.5 tbsp each).  Garnish with crushed candy cane, chocolate and mint if desired. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1.2% | Vitamin C: 4.8% | Calcium: 3.3% | Iron: 6.8%

Photo collage of avocado pudding tarts with title text.

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  1. Terri

    December 14, 2018 at 10:00 pm

    Dawn, I’m with you and LOVE avocado chocolate pudding and I especially how healthy I feel eating chocolate pudding with avocado in it! And I adore your little tart idea with the crushed candy canes – such a great festive flair!!

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  9. Elaine

    December 10, 2018 at 11:39 pm


    I love avocado pudding, but your idea to use it as tart filling is brilliant. I’m not a fan of candy canes, but I think I few toasted flaked almonds would be heavenly on top of these cute little tarts! Thanks for sharing your great idea!

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  10. David @ Spiced

    December 10, 2018 at 10:10 am


    I’ve heard about using avocados in pudding, but I’ve never done it myself…at least not yet. But after seeing these tarts, I might have to just try that trick out! The texture sounds awesome, and I love the sprinkle of peppermints on top. These are perfect for the holidays! I hope you had a great weekend, Dawn…and here’s to the week ahead! πŸ™‚

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  12. Ben|Havocinthekitchen

    December 6, 2018 at 8:51 pm


    While I know avocado is often used for creamy desserts, it’s something I’ll need to try yet. But indeed the combination of avocado and chocolate looks and sounds so decadent, silky, and luxurious. And with a peppermint hint? Yes please! I’m thinking now if I can make chocolate – avocado truffles. I bet I’ve seen this idea before.

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  13. Sarah

    December 6, 2018 at 8:08 pm

    I love avocado chocolate pudding!! And that’s such a clever idea to put them into tarts- so so easy!
    Now if I can just keep myself from eating all the avocados before I make this LOL

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  14. Milena

    December 6, 2018 at 4:12 pm


    This recipe is absolutely a must try Dawn! I am loving this chocolate avocado pudding idea. Definitely will be making:) Might sub the almond milk for milk stout, but that’s a detail:)

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  17. Leanne | Crumb Top Baking

    December 6, 2018 at 10:42 am


    I’m all over this dessert Dawn! You know I love my chocolate avocado desserts, and what a great idea to add the pudding to pre-made tart shells! You could seriously whip up this dessert at the last minute and look like you spent hours in the kitchen making it! And the peppermint/chocolate combo is essential at Christmas! Love it all, my friend! Happy almost weekend!

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  18. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen

    December 6, 2018 at 10:19 am


    I’ve been waiting for these ever since you teased them on Insta. SO GOOD! I have to try them, and I just happen to have some perfectly ripe avocados in my kitchen right now. I can almost taste that delicious pudding already! Have a great weekend, Dawn!

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