Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream (Creami) [The Rich & Creamy Remix]

Incredibly rich, decadent chocolate ice cream with a secret healthy ingredient that creates luxurious texture. You’ll never guess there’s avocado making this frozen treat so perfectly creamy and indulgent.

Makes

Serves 4

Total Time

24 hr 15 min (15 min prep)

Ingredients

Base Ingredients:
2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled (400g)
1 cup (240ml) unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup (120ml) full-fat coconut milk
1/2 cup (100g) pure maple syrup
2 tsp (10ml) vanilla extract
1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt

Chocolate Elements:
1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
2 oz (56g) dark chocolate (70% cacao), melted and cooled
1 tbsp (15ml) coconut oil, melted
1 tsp (2g) espresso powder (optional, for depth)

For Serving:
Dark chocolate shavings
Chopped nuts
Fresh berries

Make it Good For The Gut (Optional)

Replace 1/4 cup almond milk with plain kefir for probiotics and extra richness that enhances the creamy texture. Add 1 tablespoon prebiotic fiber powder (like inulin) to support beneficial gut bacteria without affecting taste. Include 1 teaspoon vanilla-flavored collagen peptides for gut-healing properties and added protein. Use raw cacao powder instead of regular cocoa for additional antioxidants and minerals that support digestive health.

Remix Options

Sweetener Alternatives: Use coconut sugar, stevia, or monk fruit sweetener instead of maple syrup – adjust to taste preferences. Flavor Variations: Mint chocolate chip (add 1 tsp mint extract and cacao nibs), mocha (increase espresso powder to 1 tbsp), or orange chocolate (add 1 tsp orange zest). Milk Substitutes: Oat milk for creamier texture, cashew milk for neutral flavor, or coconut cream for ultra-rich consistency. Mix-ins: Chopped nuts, mini dark chocolate chips, or swirled nut butter for added texture and flavor. Traditional Ice Cream Maker: Chill mixture 4 hours, then churn according to manufacturer’s instructions for 20-25 minutes. No-Churn Method: Whip mixture until thick, freeze in loaf pan 6 hours, stirring every 2 hours to prevent ice crystals.

Good To Know

Avocado Magic: Ripe avocados provide incredible creaminess and healthy fats while remaining completely undetectable in flavor – the chocolate masks any avocado taste. Texture Perfection: The combination of avocado’s natural fats and coconut milk creates luxurious, scoopable texture that rivals traditional ice cream. Ninja Creami Tips: Freeze mixture completely solid (24 hours minimum) for best results; if too hard after processing, add 1-2 tbsp liquid and re-spin. Ripeness Matters: Use perfectly ripe avocados that yield to gentle pressure but aren’t overripe or brown for optimal flavor and texture. Melting Chocolate: Cool melted chocolate slightly before adding to prevent mixture from seizing or becoming grainy. Storage Solutions: Keeps frozen up to 2 weeks; let soften 5-10 minutes before scooping for easier serving. Health Benefits: Packed with healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, and antioxidants from cacao while being naturally dairy-free. Serving Temperature: Serve slightly softened for best scooping and flavor release – too frozen masks the rich chocolate taste.

steps

Prep:

Ensure avocados are perfectly ripe – they should yield to gentle pressure but not be overripe or brown. Cut in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into food processor or high-speed blender.

Combine:

Add almond milk, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to avocados. Process until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape sides as needed.

Chocolate:

Add cocoa powder and espresso powder (if using) to mixture. Blend until completely incorporated and no lumps remain. Slowly drizzle in cooled melted chocolate and coconut oil while processing.

Creami:

For Ninja Creami: Pour mixture into Creami pint container, cover tightly, and freeze for 24 hours until completely solid throughout.

Process:

Remove from freezer and process on “ice cream” setting. If mixture seems crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoons liquid and run “re-spin” cycle until smooth and creamy.

Alternative:

For traditional method: Blend mixture until thick and creamy, adding liquid gradually as needed. Freeze in shallow container, stirring every 2 hours for 6 hours total.

Serve:

Let soften 5-10 minutes before scooping if very firm. Serve immediately garnished with chocolate shavings, chopped nuts, or fresh berries for added texture and visual appeal.

Store:

Store covered in freezer up to 2 weeks. For best texture, let stand at room temperature 5-10 minutes before scooping to achieve perfect creamy consistency.