This tasty chocolate mousse with few calories is a quick and creamy dessert made with just a few ingredients. It is low-carb, sugar-free, and no-bake, making it perfect for anyone following a keto or low-carb diet. The mousse has a smooth, airy texture and a rich chocolate flavour without using sugar or flour.
Unlike traditional chocolate mousse, this version uses unsweetened cocoa powder and a keto-friendly sweetener to keep the carbs low. Whipped cream gives the mousse its light and fluffy texture while keeping it satisfying and filling.
This dessert is ideal when you want something sweet but still want to stay within your keto macros. It can be made in minutes and stored in the fridge, making it great for meal prep or last-minute desserts.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in minutes
- No baking required
- Only a few ingredients
- Smooth, creamy texture
- Perfect for keto & low-carb diets
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Pour the cold heavy cream into a mixing bowl.
- Add the cocoa powder, powdered keto sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Whip using a hand mixer or whisk until soft, fluffy peaks form.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Spoon into serving bowls.
- Chill for 20–30 minutes before serving.
Tips & Tricks
- Use powdered sweetener for a smooth mousse
- Chill your bowl and whisk for faster whipping
- Do not over-mix or the mousse can become grainy
- Add a pinch of espresso powder for deeper chocolate flavour
Notes
- Best eaten within 24–48 hours
- Can be topped with keto whipped cream or dark chocolate shavings
- Suitable for keto, low-carb, and sugar-free diets
Keto Chocolate Mousse
Description
This keto chocolate mousse is a quick, no-bake dessert that is rich, creamy, and completely sugar-free. Perfect for a low-carb lifestyle.
Duration
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons powdered keto sweetener
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl.
- Whip until light and fluffy.
- Chill and serve.
