Description
A rich, creamy, and decadent low-carb chocolate mousse that’s perfectly sweetened for keto diets and easy to make in minutes.
Ingredients
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons powdered erythritol (or preferred keto sweetener)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Optional: dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, cocoa powder, powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the mixture on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
- Taste the mousse and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more erythritol and gently folding it in.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and set.
- Just before serving, garnish with dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs for extra texture and flavor.
Notes
To add a mocha twist, add a splash of coffee or espresso powder to the mousse.
For a richer chocolate flavor, melt unsweetened or 85% dark chocolate and fold it into the whipped cream before chilling.
For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream (texture will differ).
Add a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder for a subtle spicy kick.
Use different keto-friendly sweeteners like monk fruit powder or stevia to adjust flavor.
Store mousse in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; do not reheat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook, Whipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 75mg