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Ingredients (2 servings):

1 ripe avocado

½ medium banana or (1 small if you prefer sweeter)

2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (or raw cacao)

1 – 2 tsp pure maple syrup or monk fruit/stevia (to taste)

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of sea salt

Optional: 1 Tbsp of unsweetened almond milk for a smoother texture

Optional skin boosters: ½ tsp maca powder or collagen peptides

Method:

1. Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender
2. Blend until smooth and creamy (scape down the sides if needed)
3. Adjust taste, sweetness or cocoa to preference
4. Chill for 30 – 60 minutes before serving

Serving ideas:

• Top with fresh raspberries or a few cacao nibs
• Add a dollop of coconut yoghurt for gut health
• Sprinkle with crushed walnuts for extra Omega-3’s

Benefits for skin & stress:

• Avocado: Vitamin E + healthy fats – restores skin barrier
• Cocoa: magnesium + flavonoids – reduces stress hormone
• Banana: gentle serotonin support
• Low glycaemic – supports collagen and reduces inflammation

Tagged: chocolate, Cortisol Friendly, Fullarton, Healthy Dessert, healthy fats, magnesium, Sweet fix