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Avocado Chocolate Mousse

I almost forgot...

4 fully ripe organic avocados
1 cup agave juice or organic maple syrup (or a bit of both)
1 cup organic dark cocoa powder (or carob)
1 cup coconut milk
1 tbsp organic pure vanilla extract

Puree ingredients in a blender or food processor and serve with fresh berries and mint leaves.

Unbelievable!

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