Description

This Keto Chocolate Mousse is a rich, creamy, and low-carb dessert perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings without the guilt. Made with heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk and sweetened with a keto-friendly sweetener, this mousse is fluffy, smooth, and easy to prepare. It requires no baking and comes together quickly, making it an ideal treat for those following a ketogenic lifestyle or anyone looking for a decadent, low-carb dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1 1/2 cups heavy cream OR 1 can full-fat coconut milk (use only the thick cream part)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp Dutch-process cocoa powder or additional regular cocoa powder
1/4 cup sweetener of choice (monk fruit blend recommended)
Optional: 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Optional: 1/4 tsp instant coffee powder

Instructions

Chill Ingredients and Equipment: Place your liquid base (heavy cream or coconut milk) and a large mixing bowl in the refrigerator to chill. This step helps achieve a light and fluffy mousse texture.
Prepare Coconut Milk: If using full-fat coconut milk, open the can and scoop out only the thick cream on top, discarding the watery part underneath. This ensures the mousse has the right consistency.
Whip Cream or Coconut Cream: Using a stand mixer or hand beaters, whip the chilled cream or coconut cream until stiff peaks form. This means the cream holds firm peaks when the beaters are lifted.
Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the unsweetened cocoa powder, Dutch or extra cocoa powder, and sweetener to the whipped cream. Optionally, add vanilla extract and instant coffee powder to enhance flavor depth.
Whip Until Smooth: Continue whipping the mixture until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mousse achieves a smooth, fluffy texture.
Serve or Chill: Serve the mousse immediately for a soft texture, or chill in the refrigerator for about an hour for a firmer consistency. Enjoy your rich and keto-friendly chocolate mousse!

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use full-fat coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
Ensure to only use the thick coconut cream from the can to achieve the proper texture.
Adjust the sweetness to your taste by varying the sweetener amount.
Adding instant coffee intensifies the chocolate flavor but is optional.
Chilling the mousse before serving improves firmness and enhances flavor.
Use a cold mixing bowl and chilled ingredients to make whipping easier and more effective.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

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