What is the difference between cocoa powder and cacao powder?

Cocoa powder is roasted and cacao powder is raw. You can use either one in this recipe.

Do I need to use a high-powered blender?

You can also use a food processor! You won't achieve a creamy texture by hand though, so it is necessary to use a machine.

Any sort of dairy or plant-based milk can be used here. The purpose to loosen up the ingredients so they blend well.

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Use a spoon to scoop out the avocado from the skin. Place the avocado in the bowl of a food processor or the pitcher of a high-speed blender.
Add the dates, maple syrup, cacao powder, vanilla extract, sea salt, and dairy-free milk.
Process on high for about 30 seconds, or until the ingredients have fully combined and turned creamy and smooth. Scrape down the sides of the food processor or the blender, if necessary, and process another 10 seconds.
Serve at room temperature or chilled.

This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled depending on how many servings you want.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
You can make this recipe in a food processor or in a blender.
You can use cocoa powder or cacao powder in this recipe.
If you aren’t on a dairy-free diet, you can use regular milk in this recipe.