Keto Chocolate Mousse
Feast your eyes on this scrumptious Keto chocolate mousse you won’t even realize you’re making a keto choice when savoring this chocolate delight. Not only is this dessert keto-friendly but it only requires a few basic ingredients so it is extremely versatile to any event. It can be served to garnish at a dinner party, or be indulged in a hurry for that sugar fix without having to worry about the carbohydrates count!
What We Will Need
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably dark cocoa for a richer flavor)
2–3 tbsp powdered erythritol (or your favorite keto-friendly sweetener, adjusted to taste)
1 tsp vanilla extract
A pinch of salt (to enhance the flavors)
Optional Toppings
Sugar-free whipped cream
Shaved dark chocolate (85% cocoa or higher)
Fresh berries (in moderation)
A sprinkle of cocoa powder
How We Are Going To Do It
Step 1: Prepare the Mixing Bowl Put the bowl and beaters in the refrigerator for 10-15minutes to cool them as well.This will also make it easier to mix cold batter. This step is to make the cream to whip faster.
Step 2: Whip the Cream Place the heavy cream in the bowl making sure that it is frozen. In a large mixing bowl, turn the electric mixer at a medium level and beat the cream starting with the cream.
Step 3: Add Ingredients Put the cocoa powder, powdered erythritol, vanilla extract and pinch of salt to the whipped cream. They should be beaten succussively on medium-high speed until the peaks that can hold their shape , appear. Just be sure that you do not over mix, as this will result in the cream turning into butter.
Step 4: Taste and Adjust Sweetness Spoon a little mousse and then make a necessary adjustment to the sweetness, cocoa powder. If necessary fold into the mixture any extra ingredients.
Step 5: Serve or Chill Finally pour the mousse in glasses or bowls for serving; Serve chilled. best when eaten straight away but if you prefer it cooler this can be placed in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Step 6: Garnish Before serving you can garnish with sugar free whipped cream or shaved dark chocolate or a few fresh berries.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 200 kcal
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 60mg
Protein: 2g
Total Carbohydrates: 3g
Net Carbs: 2g
FAQs
1. Can I use another sweetener?
• Indeed, you can use monk fruit sweetener, stevia, or allulose as a substitute. You can adjust the amount of each item to what you prefer.
2. Can I make this dairy-free?
• Instead of heavy cream, use coconut cream and be aware that using it will change the flavor to something closer to coconut.
3. Can I store leftovers?
• Any leftover mousse, should be stored in an airtight container and kept refrigerated up to 72 hours. Stir gently before serving.
4. What can I add if I wanted to make it more chocolatey?
• Stir in 1–2 tsp of melted unsweetened chocolate, or sugar free chocolate chips for more chocolatey taste.
Tips for Perfect Keto Chocolate Mousse
• Chill the Ingredients: China’s cold cream whips more efficiently and therefore heavy cream and bowl should be chilled thoroughly.
• Sift the Cocoa Powder: Some cocoa powder needs to be sifted to avoid formation of lumps in the mousse.
• Add a Flavor Twist: Try using peppermint extract or almond extract or a pinch of espresso powder for various flavours.
• Use High-Quality Cocoa: Use good quality cocoa without added sugars for the best flavor to the food.