Healthy Vegan Chocolate Frosting

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Healthy Vegan Chocolate Frosting
10 min.
12
83kcal

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If you're on the hunt for a deliciously decadent yet healthy frosting, look no further! This Healthy Vegan Chocolate Frosting is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a guilt-free indulgence that everyone can enjoy. Made with wholesome ingredients, this frosting is vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it perfect for a variety of dietary preferences.

Imagine a rich, creamy chocolate frosting that is both luscious and nutritious. The secret ingredient? Ripe avocado! This versatile fruit adds a smooth texture and healthy fats, while Medjool dates provide natural sweetness without the need for refined sugars. Combined with cocoa powder and your choice of a milk alternative, this frosting is a delightful way to elevate your desserts.

Whether you're frosting cupcakes for a special occasion or simply treating yourself to a sweet snack, this recipe is quick and easy, taking just 10 minutes to prepare. Plus, with only 83 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. For a touch of elegance, use a pastry bag to pipe the frosting onto your treats, or simply spoon it on for a more casual approach. No one will ever guess that there's avocado hidden in this delicious chocolate delight!

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this healthy twist on a classic favorite. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  •  avocado ripe
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder 
  •  medjool dates 
  • cup vanilla milk alternative plain well (So Delicious Coconut Milk Beverage works )
  • teaspoon real vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • blender
  • pastry bag

Directions

  1. Pit dates and cut into small pieces. Put in the bottom of a blender. Cover with the coconut milk let sit as long as possible (1 hour or so).
  2. Cut avocado and scrape out all the green goodness.
  3. Add cocoa and choice of flavoring and blend until smooth. Refrigerate for a couple hours.Fancy: Put in pastry bag and top cup cakes. Not Fancy: Take a spoon and put a spoonful on top of cupcake. Don’t tell them and no one will know there is an avocado in there.

Nutrition Facts

Calories83kcal
Protein4.6%
Fat30.13%
Carbs65.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.33
Glycemic Load
0.12
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.6943477107131%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Catechin
1.55mg
Epicatechin
4.75mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:83.26kcal
4.16%
Fat:3.18g
4.89%
Saturated Fat:0.88g
5.48%
Carbohydrates:15.5g
5.17%
Net Carbohydrates:12.35g
4.49%
Sugar:11.4g
12.67%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1.86mg
0.08%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.26%
100%
Caffeine:5.49mg
1.83%
Protein:1.09g
2.19%
Vitamin D:9.83µg
65.56%
Fiber:3.16g
12.64%
Copper:0.18mg
9.03%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.18%
Magnesium:28.73mg
7.18%
Potassium:229.43mg
6.56%
Folate:18.7µg
4.67%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.29%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.1%
Vitamin K:4.01µg
3.82%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.68%
Phosphorus:36.18mg
3.62%
Iron:0.57mg
3.16%
Vitamin B3:0.6mg
3.01%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.6%
Calcium:23.53mg
2.35%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.33%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.2%
Vitamin C:1.67mg
2.03%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.41%