Description

This Keto Chocolate Mousse is a rich, creamy, and low-carb dessert perfect for those following a ketogenic diet. Made with heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk and sweetened with keto-friendly sweeteners like monk fruit or erythritol, this mousse offers a luscious chocolate flavor enhanced by optional vanilla and instant coffee. It’s quick to prepare, requiring only about 5 minutes, and can be enjoyed immediately or chilled for a firmer texture.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 ½ cups heavy cream or 1 can full-fat coconut milk (chilled)
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp Dutch-process cocoa powder (or extra regular cocoa powder)
¼ cup sweetener of choice (monk fruit, erythritol, or allulose)

Optional Ingredients

½ tsp pure vanilla extract
¼ tsp instant coffee (for enhanced chocolate flavor)

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Instructions

Chill the ingredients: If using coconut milk, refrigerate the can overnight and scoop out only the thick part. For best whipping results, chill the mixing bowl as well.
Whip the cream: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the heavy cream or coconut milk until stiff peaks form, which means the cream holds its shape firmly when the beaters are lifted.
Add the remaining ingredients: Gently mix in the unsweetened cocoa powder, Dutch-process cocoa powder, sweetener, and if desired, vanilla extract and instant coffee. Continue whipping and mixing until the mousse is smooth and fluffy, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
Serve and enjoy: Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and enjoy immediately for a soft texture, or refrigerate for a firmer, more set mousse before serving.

Notes

Using chilled cream and a chilled bowl helps the cream whip better and faster.
If using coconut milk, only the thick cream part should be used for whipping; discard or save the liquid for other uses.
Instant coffee is optional but enhances the depth of chocolate flavor.
The mousse can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; stir gently before serving if it separates.
Adjust sweetness according to your preference and the sweetener used.