If you're looking for a healthy dessert that satisfies your sweet cravings while providing essential vitamins and healthy fats, you're in for a treat! This Vanilla Avocado Pudding is not only a great way to indulge your craving but also a fantastic way to incorporate the goodness of ripe avocados into your diet. With simple ingredients and a short prep time, it's a recipe the whole family will love.
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Ingredients
Ripe Avocado - Ripe avocado not only provides a creamy consistency but also a burst of healthy fats. It's essential for achieving that velvety texture!
Water - Water helps in achieving the desired pudding consistency. Adjust the quantity based on your preference for thickness.
Coconut Butter - Coconut butter adds richness and creaminess to the pudding, enhancing both its flavor and texture.
Vanilla Whey Protein Powder - Natural vanilla whey protein contributes to the pudding's creamy consistency but also provides an extra boost of protein.
Vanilla Bean Seeds - The seeds from a vanilla bean are what give this pudding its unmistakable and delightful vanilla flavor. If you don't have a vanilla bean, you can substitute it with a splash of vanilla extract.
Equipment Needed
- Kitchen scale
- Food processor
- Knife for the avocado and vanilla bean
How to make vanilla avocado pudding
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh.
- In a food processor, process the avocado and water.
- Add coconut butter. Process until smooth.
- Add whey protein and vanilla seeds. Process until smooth.
- Enjoy!
Ingredient Substitutions
Coconut butter: If you don't have coconut butter, you can substitute it with the solid part of canned full-fat coconut milk for a similar creamy texture.
Vanilla whey protein powder: A whey/casein blend would also work here. I don't recommend using plant-based protein powder.
Vanilla bean seeds: If you don't have a vanilla bean, you can substitute it with a splash of vanilla extract.
Water: Coconut milk or almond milk would be a great sub for the water here.
Recipe Variations
Chocolate Avocado Pudding: To make a chocolate version of this pudding, use chocolate whey protein powder and add 2 tablespoons of raw cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder to the ingredients list. Follow the same instructions, and you'll have a delicious chocolate avocado pudding!
Add sweetener: Maple syrup, raw honey, and agave nectar are great choices in this avocado pudding recipe.
Add Greek yogurt: For an extra creamy texture and an additional boost of protein, add ¼ cup of Greek yogurt to the blending process.
Storage Info
This Vanilla Avocado Pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days. These are my favorite glass food storage containers.
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FAQ
Yes, almond milk can be used for added flavor and creaminess.
Achieving a creamy avocado pudding requires a food processor or high-speed blender for best results. I've noticed that with a blender, however, we'd need to double the recipe for it to be enough to keep the blending going. I have this affordable food processor and I love it!
To make this pudding vegan-friendly, replace the whey powder with the solid part of canned coconut cream. I don't recommend using plant-based protein powder.
The whey protein powder can be replaced with a whey/casein blend like Quest protein or PEScience protein powder. I do not recommend plant-based protein powder in this recipe.
You can use a splash of vanilla extract as a substitute.
Yes, this pudding should make a delicious and healthy ice cream. Simply use an ice cream maker according to its directions.
A good avocado will yield to gentle pressure, but shouldn't be mushy.
Using a good avocado with a vibrant green color will result in a more vivid pudding. Try to avoid over-ripe avocados that are beginning to brown inside.
Absolutely! Goji berries can be a great addition for added texture and health benefits.
Recipe
Vanilla Avocado Pudding
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 avocado about 1 cup, 150g
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons coconut butter 32g
- ¾ cup vanilla whey protein powder 69g
- seeds of ½ vanilla bean
Instructions
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh.
- In a food processor, process the avocado and water.
- Add coconut butter. Process until smooth.
- Add whey protein and vanilla seeds. Process until smooth.
- Enjoy!
Andréa says
glad you like it!
Saly boy says
tastes real good, smooth and healthy