Chocolate Mint California Avocado Ice Cream

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Total Time: 4 h 45 min

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If you love mint and chocolate, then this Chocolate Mint California Avocado Ice Cream recipe is for you. The ice cream base comes together quickly in a blender, and needs to freeze for four hours or overnight. Then it is time for chocolate mint bliss!

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Serves: 4

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3 ripe, Fresh California Avocados, seeded, peeled and quartered 1 cup cacao or cocoa powder 1 1/4 cups milk (or non-dairy milk) 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey 2 large handfuls fresh mint leaves, no stems plus additional leaves for garnish 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or shavings, plus additonal for garnish
  1. Add all of the ingredients (except the garnishes) into a blender and puree until smooth and creamy. Pour the ingredients into a container and pop in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to set.
  2. When ready to enjoy, let the ice cream thaw out for 30 minutes and then scoop out and top with the fresh mint and chocolate chips or shavings.

*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.

Did You Know?

There are lots of quick and easy recipes on this site. Some have more than 7 ingredients, but most can be prepared in 15 minutes or less. Even with simple recipes it helps to know how to store avocados before you use them and if you have any left over.

As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados

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