1 1/2 cups sugar

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1/4 cup canola oil

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2 Eggs

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2 tsp. vanilla extract

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1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

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1/2 cup brewed coffee, cold

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1 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded and diced small

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1 cup all purpose flour

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1 tsp. baking soda

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1/4 cup softened butter

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1 cup buttermilk

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1 tsp. salt

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6 Tbsp. powdered, hard-shelled candy pieces (from 2 Tbsp. of 3 different colors; purple, red, & orange)

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4 8oz. packages of cream cheese, divided

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6 Tbsp. softened butter, divided

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1/4 cup sugar

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2 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, peeled and seeded

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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.