Chocolate Mousse Delight: Keto-Friendly Carb Count

There are a variety of keto chocolate mousse recipes, with the number of carbs per serving depending on the ingredients used. Most recipes include heavy cream, cocoa powder, and a sweetener. Some recipes include additional ingredients such as cream cheese, vanilla extract, and salt. The number of carbs per serving can range from 1.6 grams to 12 grams, depending on the specific recipe and ingredients used.

How to make keto chocolate mousse

Ingredients

To make keto chocolate mousse, you will need the following ingredients:

• Heavy whipping cream
• Sugar-free powdered sweetener (erythritol, allulose, or a monk fruit blend)
• Unsweetened cocoa powder
• Vanilla extract (optional)
• Salt (optional)
• Unsweetened chocolate (optional)
• Butter (optional)
• Eggs (optional)
• Hot coffee or water (optional)

Method

• Pour the heavy cream into a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer until slightly thickened.
• Add the remaining ingredients: powdered sweetener, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
• Continue beating until the mixture forms stiff peaks.
• For an extra rich flavor, melt unsweetened chocolate with butter and allow it to cool before adding to the mixture.
• If using eggs, separate the yolks and whites. Beat the egg whites with sweetener, cream of tartar, and salt until stiff peaks form. Then, beat the cream with vanilla until stiff peaks form.
• Fold the chocolate mixture into the egg whites, then gently fold in the whipped cream until well combined.
• Spoon the mixture into serving bowls and top with desired toppings such as chocolate shavings, raspberries, or whipped cream.
• Refrigerate the keto chocolate mousse for at least 2 hours before serving.

Tips and Variations:

• It is recommended to use a powdered sweetener to ensure a smooth and creamy mousse.
• For a dairy-free option, use coconut cream or coconut milk instead of heavy whipping cream.
• To make a white chocolate mousse, substitute sugar-free white chocolate chips for the cocoa powder.
• Try adding different flavor variations such as strawberry or peanut butter.
• You can also freeze the mousse for an ice cream-like texture.
• This keto chocolate mousse will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Keto chocolate mousse ingredients

There are many different recipes for keto chocolate mousse, but most of them include the following ingredients:

• Heavy cream
• Cocoa powder
• Sweetener (usually sugar-free)
• Vanilla extract
• Salt

Some recipes also include cream cheese, while others suggest adding toppings such as chocolate shavings, raspberries, or keto whipped cream. You can also experiment with different flavors, such as espresso, peppermint, orange, or strawberry.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream or 1 can full-fat coconut milk
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp Dutch or additional regular cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup sweetener of choice (monk fruit blend is recommended)
• Optional: 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract and/or 1/4 tsp instant coffee

Instructions:

• Chill the liquid and a large mixing bowl. If using coconut milk, only use the thick part at the top of the can (discard the water underneath).
• With either a stand mixer or hand beaters, whip until stiff peaks form.
• Add remaining ingredients and whip until it forms a smooth mousse texture.
• Cover any leftovers and store in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

How to store keto chocolate mousse

Storing keto chocolate mousse is simple. Place the mousse in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. It should last for up to three to four days.

You can also freeze your mousse, but it will take on an ice cream-like texture.

Keto mousse flavour variations

There are many ways to change up the flavours of your keto mousse. Here are some ideas to get you started:

White Chocolate Mousse

Swap the cocoa powder for sugar-free white chocolate chips. Melt the chips and then whip them into the heavy cream, which should be warmed to room temperature. Add the rest of the ingredients as normal.

Strawberry Mousse

Add sugar-free strawberry syrup to the mousse mixture.

Peanut Butter Mousse

Add 1/4 cup of peanut butter to the mousse mixture instead of the cocoa powder.

Espresso Mousse

Add 1/2 teaspoon of espresso powder to the mousse mixture.

Peppermint Mousse

Add 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the mousse mixture.

Orange Chocolate Mousse

Add orange zest and orange extract to the mousse, and serve with candied citrus peel.

Nutritional information

The nutritional value of keto chocolate mousse depends on the specific ingredients and quantities used, but it typically contains a small number of carbohydrates per serving. Here is a breakdown of the nutritional information for keto chocolate mousse based on different recipes and sources:

Recipe 1:

This recipe for keto chocolate mousse has approximately 3 net carbs per serving. Here are the full nutrition facts per serving:

• Calories: 266kcal
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 74mg
• Sodium: 123mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 3g
• Net Carbs: 11g

Recipe 2:

This recipe for keto chocolate mousse has approximately 3.1g net carbs per 3/4 cup of mousse. Here are the ingredients used:

• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1/3 cup sugar-free powdered sweetener
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Recipe 3:

This recipe for keto chocolate mousse has approximately 1.6g net carbs per serving. Here are the ingredients used:

• 1/2 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered monk fruit sweetener (or to taste)
• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese (room temperature)

Recipe 4:

This recipe for paleo and keto chocolate mousse has approximately 6g of carbohydrates per serving. Here are the ingredients used:

• 1/3 cup full-fat coconut milk
• 2-4 tablespoons of sweetener (to taste)
• 1-3 tablespoons of cocoa powder
• Pinch of espresso powder or instant coffee (optional)
• Pinch of kosher salt
• 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream or coconut cream

Commercial Product:

The Yalla Chocolate Mousse product has 28g of total carbs and 28g of net carbs per serving. However, please note that this is a commercial product and not a homemade keto chocolate mousse recipe.

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