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2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados halved, peeled and thinly sliced for avocado roses

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1 pt. raspberries

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1 (24 oz.) package strawberries

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1 pt. blackberries

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2 kiwifruits sliced

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1 mini watermelon cut in small triangles

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2 oranges sliced in halves

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1 pineapple peeled, cored and sliced or cubed

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20 cherries

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1 large bunch seedless red or purple grapes

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1 large bunch seedless green grapes

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Chocolate California Avocado Dip (see make-ahead recipe below)

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1 ripe, Fresh California Avocado seeded, peeled and cubed

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1/3 cup rich cocoa powder such as Navitas® Organics Cacao Powder

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1/3 cup maple syrup

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1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

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1/4 tsp. salt

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8 oz. mascarpone cheese

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*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.