Description
Classic keto chocolate mousse delights low-carb dessert enthusiasts with its rich, creamy texture. Rich chocolate flavors and smooth whipped cream create a luxurious treat you’ll savor without guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 3 tbsps powdered erythritol
- 2 tbsps unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- Sugar-free whipped cream
- Shaved sugar-free chocolate
- Cocoa nibs
- Fresh raspberries
- Fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Whipping Preparation: Harness an electric mixer to transform heavy cream into a billowy, soft-peaked cloud, creating a foundational texture for the mousse.
- Flavor Infusion: Gracefully sift cocoa powder and erythritol into the whipped cream, introducing vanilla extract and a whisper of salt to elevate the flavor profile.
- Texture Refinement: Continuously whip the mixture at medium speed, cultivating stiff, luxurious peaks while maintaining a watchful eye to prevent potential separation or curdling.
- Taste Calibration: Embark on a flavor exploration, sampling the mousse and delicately adjusting sweetness or chocolate intensity to match personal preferences.
- Presentation and Chilling: Artfully transfer the velvety mousse into serving vessels, allowing them to rest and solidify in the refrigerator’s cool sanctuary for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Final Flourish: Before serving, crown the dessert with a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream, elegant chocolate shavings, or a scattering of vibrant, fresh berries to create a visually stunning finale.
Notes
- Whip with Care: Achieve perfect cream peaks by using cold heavy cream and chilled mixing bowl to stabilize volume and prevent separation.
- Temperature Matters: Ensure ingredients are at similar temperatures to prevent grainy texture and promote smooth, silky mousse consistency.
- Sweetener Sensitivity: Erythritol can crystallize, so add gradually and taste-test to balance sweetness without harsh aftertaste.
- Storage Strategy: Refrigerate mousse in sealed containers for up to 3-4 days, but consume within 24 hours for optimal texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg