This delicious keto chocolate mousse is the perfect dessert for those following a Low Carb Diet. With only three simple ingredients, this recipe is quick and easy to make, and will satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising your health goals.
Ingredient for Keto Chocolate Mousse
One of the key ingredients in this recipe is heavy cream, which is also known as double cream or thickened cream. For the best results, it is recommended to let your cream sit at room temperature before using it. The other ingredient is chocolate, and any sugar-free chocolate can be used. Sugar-free chocolate chips work well in this recipe, but for those who prefer a rich and dark mousse, a keto chocolate bar with at least 78% cocoa content can also be used. Finally, vanilla extract is a must for any good keto mousse, as it enhances the flavor of the chocolate and cream.
To make this low-carb chocolate mousse, you don’t need any fancy kitchen gadgets or equipment. The recipe is straightforward, and the preparation time is minimal. Start by heating half of the cream in a small saucepan on low heat. Once it simmers, remove it from the heat. In a large mixing bowl, place your chocolate and pour the warm cream over it. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes to allow the cream to melt the chocolate chips. After a few minutes, gently whisk the mixture until it’s smooth and glossy. Add the remaining cream and vanilla extract, and gently fold them through. Refrigerate the mixture for 2-3 hours, then whip it using an electric hand mixer until stiff peaks form.
When the keto mousse is ready, distribute it among eight 6-inch ramekins or scoop it out into bowls. You can top it with some keto whipped cream or drizzle it with some sugar-free chocolate syrup. The mousse can be prepared up to three days in advance, and you can store it in the mixing bowl during this time.
Using Ingredients for Keto Chocolate Mousse
It’s important to note that not all chocolate is keto-friendly, so it’s best to use Sugar Free chocolate chips or a keto chocolate bar with at least 78% cocoa content to keep the carb count low. Additionally, heavy cream should be used instead of milk or half-and-half to keep the recipe low in carbs.
Tips and Tricks
To ensure that the mousse has a smooth and creamy texture, be sure to let the heavy cream sit at room temperature before using it. This will prevent the sides of the pan from burning when heating the cream in the saucepan. Also, when beating the chilled mousse, be careful not to overmix as it may become too fluffy and lose its texture.
Keto Chocolate Mousse Recipe
Course: DessertCuisine: American8
servings1
minute1
minute206
kcal1
g2
minutesThis quick and easy keto chocolate mousse is made with only 3 ingredients and is ready in just 2 minutes. It’s the perfect dessert for anyone following Low Carb or Keto Diet.
Ingredients
2 cups of heavy cream, at room temperature
1 cup of sugar-free chocolate chips or a keto chocolate bar with at least 78% cocoa content
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Directions
- Heat half of the heavy cream in a small saucepan on low heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat once it’s warm.
- Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl and pour the warm cream over it. Add the vanilla extract and let it sit for a minute. Whisk until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Whisk in the remaining cream, and then cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least two hours.
- Using an electric hand mixer, whip the chocolate cream until stiff peaks form, being careful not to overmix.
- Distribute the mousse into four bowls or eight small ramekins and serve.
Notes
- For best results, let the heavy cream sit at room temperature before using it. To keep the carb count low, be sure to use sugar-free chocolate chips or a keto chocolate bar with at least 78% cocoa content.
- Store the mousse in the fridge for up to three days in a mixing bowl. For reheating, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
8 servings per container
Serving Size1g
- Amount Per ServingCalories206
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat
22g
34%
- Sodium 23mg 1%
- Potassium 45mg 2%
- Total Carbohydrate
2g
1%
- Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
- Protein 1g 2%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.