Name: Easy Semolina Chocolate Dessert
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp semolina; ½ cup milk (or any plant-based milk); 1 ripe avocado; 1½ tbsp cocoa powder; 1½ tbsp peanut butter; 2 –3 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste); ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional); Pinch of salt

This quick and easy semolina dessert recipe is a great snack idea for so many reasons! It’s cheap to make, healthy, a great way to hide nutritious ingredients, plus it’s perfect for kids too. If you’re looking for a healthy dessert idea, a quick breakfast, want to know what dessert to make with semolina or need inspiration for healthy snacks for kids then this recipe is for you!

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What Desserts Can You Make with Semolina?

Semolina is known for using in old fashioned semolina pudding recipes. However, before you shrug off the thought of using semolina in your cooking because it reminds you of old desserts from the school canteen, you might want to try this quick and easy chocolate semolina recipe using cocoa powder and avocado. Semolina tends to get forgotten about as an ingredient in cooking and baking but it’s actually a great staple to keep in your cupboards. It’s not only a great alternative to flour, semolina is easy to work with and super inexpensive! You can make cakes, mousse, cheesecake and much more using semolina. Check out this huge bag of semolina for just a couple of dollars, also available at Walmart.

How to Make an Easy Semolina Chocolate Dessert

Ingredients (2–3 servings):

2 tbsp semolina
½ cup milk (or any plant-based milk)
1 ripe avocado
1½ tbsp cocoa powder
1½ tbsp peanut butter
2–3 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Pinch of salt

Easy Semolina Chocolate Dessert

This easy semolina chocolate dessert recipe is a great simple dessert idea, plus it's also perfect for kids, as a quick breakfast or enjoy as a healthy snack.

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Prep Time 10

Chill Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings 3

Ingredients

2 tbsp semolina
½ cup milk or any plant-based milk
1 ripe avocado
1½ tbsp cocoa powder
1½ tbsp peanut butter
2 –3 tbsp honey or maple syrup to taste
½ tsp vanilla extract optional
Pinch of salt

Instructions

In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat
Gradually whisk in the semolina
Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens (like pudding)
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly (about 5–10 minutes)
Blend the mousse:
In a blender or food processor, add:
The cooked semolina mixture
Avocado, cocoa powder, peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla, and salt
Blend until completely smooth and creamy
Chill and serve:
Spoon into small bowls or glasses
Chill for at least 30 minutes to set and thicken
Optional: top with grated chocolate, banana slices, or crushed nuts

What Does Chocolate Semolina Taste Like?

This chocolate semolina mousse dessert comes out like a cross between mousse and thick pudding — silky, rich, and satisfying. Alternatively, you can freeze it for 30–40 minutes for a “fudgy” texture! If you’re looking for more healthy chocolate recipes, you might also like this healthy chickpea chocolate muffins recipe or this delicious healthy sugar free brownie recipe.