Description

This Keto Chocolate Mousse is a rich, creamy, and low-carb dessert perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings while staying within ketogenic diet guidelines. Made with heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and natural sweeteners like monk fruit or erythritol, this mousse is both decadent and diet-friendly. Optional vanilla and instant coffee add depth to the chocolate flavor, and whipping the ingredients creates a light, airy texture that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

1 ½ cups heavy cream or 1 can full-fat coconut milk (chilled and thick part only)

Flavorings

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)
½ tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)
¼ tsp instant coffee (optional, 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 cream portion. Also chill your mixing bowl to ensure the best whipping results.
Whip the cream: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the heavy cream or coconut milk until stiff peaks form, creating a light and airy base.
Add the remaining ingredients: Gently fold in the unsweetened cocoa powder, Dutch-process cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and instant coffee if using. Continue mixing until the mousse is smooth, fluffy, and fully combined.
Serve and enjoy: Spoon the mousse into serving dishes immediately for a soft texture or chill in the refrigerator for a firmer consistency before serving.

Notes

Using chilled bowls and ingredients is crucial for achieving the perfect whipped texture.
Full-fat coconut milk is a good dairy-free alternative; be sure to use only the thick cream part.
Adjust the amount and type of sweetener according to your taste preference and dietary needs.
Instant coffee enhances the chocolate flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
The mousse can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.