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Close-up of Keto Chocolate Mousse in a glass, topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and chopped nuts.

Keto Chocolate Mousse

A rich and creamy chocolate mousse that is low in carbohydrates and sugar-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup Erythritol or your preferred keto sweetener Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 large Eggs Separated
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Whipping cream
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup Sugar-free chocolate chips Melted
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder and sweetener. Gradually whisk in the 1/4 cup of heavy cream until smooth.
  2. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Do not boil.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks into the cooled chocolate mixture one at a time.
  5. In another clean bowl, beat the 1 cup of heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  6. In a third clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture to lighten it. Then, gently fold in the remaining whipped cream until just combined.
  8. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture until no white streaks remain.
  9. Spoon the mousse into serving glasses. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until set.
  10. Garnish with melted sugar-free chocolate or chopped nuts, if desired, before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of unsweetened almond milk or a pinch of espresso powder to the chocolate mixture.