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    Home » Recipes » 100+ Easy Low Carb Desserts

    Published: Nov 28, 2018 · Modified: Apr 2, 2024 by Jennifer Banz· 164 Comments

    Keto Chocolate Mousse - Ready in only 10 minutes!

    Servings: 4
    |
    Cals: 218
    |
    Fat: 23
    |
    Carbs: 5
    |
    Fiber: 2
    |
    Protein: 4
    |
    Time: 10 minutes mins
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    This low carb and keto chocolate mousse recipe is decadent, super easy to make, and has the perfect texture. It uses only 4 ingredients (heavy cream, sweetener, unsweetened cocoa, and vanilla) and no chilling required!  It tastes just like the real thing but only 3 net carbs!

    keto chocolate mousse in a little bowl

    When I make a keto chocolate dessert, I like them to be super easy with only a few, simple ingredients.  Easy keto desserts like my 3 ingredient keto peanut butter cups, Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies, butter cookie fat bombs, and Keto Mug Cake.  This Keto Chocolate Mousse ticks all of those boxes, plus it is incredibly delicious.

    Yes, this is pretty much just chocolate whipped cream, but it curbs those chocolate cravings! This fits right into my lifestyle because it is so simple. I like to curl up on the couch before bed and indulge in a few spoonfuls of this heavenly dessert.

    How to make this easy keto chocolate mousse

    Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks: The first step in making this delicious keto dessert is to whip the heavy cream in a large mixing bowl until it gets nice and thick and almost stiff peaks form.  It's usually ready when you start to see ribbons form in the cream.  You can whisk the cream by hand or you can use a stand mixer, or even an electric mixer or hand mixer.

    cream whipped to stiff peaks

    Mix in the other ingredients: Now we are going to add in the sugar-free sweetener, sifted cocoa powder, and the vanilla and whisk a little more until everything is all combined.

    cocoa powder in a stand mixer bowl

    My oh my, this keto chocolate mousse is so thick and luscious but also rich, and decadent.  It will calm your sweet tooth in only a few bites.  I promise.

    Tips and variations for this keto chocolate dessert

    • Sprinkle a pinch of salt or flaky sea salt on top to really bring out that chocolate flavor.
    • Chill in the refrigerator in individual serving dishes ahead of a gathering and dessert is ready to go!
    • Top the keto chocolate mousse with fresh mint or sugar free chocolate chips to make this keto dessert over the top.

    More keto chocolate dessert recipes

    • Keto Mug Cakes
    • Keto Chocolate Fruit Dip
    • Keto Chocolate Granola
    • Keto Chocolate Lava Cake
    keto chocolate mousse

    Keto Chocolate Mousse - 10 Minutes!

    This low carb and keto chocolate mousse is decadent and super easy to make. Uses only 4 ingredients (heavy cream, sweetener, unsweetened cocoa, and vanilla) and no chilling required!
    4.88 from 70 votes
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 218
    Author: Jennifer Banz

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    Ingredients

    • 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
    • ¼ Cup Unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
    • ¼ Cup sugar free powdered sweetener, sifted
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, whisk the cream to almost stiff peaks using an electric mixer.  Add in the cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla and salt and whisk until all ingredients are just combined.  Makes 4 servings

    Notes

    • For a dairy-free keto mousse, you could use whipped coconut cream.
    • If you want a lighter mousse, whisk 3 egg whites to stiff peaks and fold into the mouse mixture until just combined.  
    • Sprinkle a pinch of  salt or flaky sea salt on top to really bring out that chocolate flavor.
    • Chill in the refrigerator in individual serving dishes ahead of a gathering and dessert is ready to go!
    • Top the keto chocolate mousse with fresh mint, sugar-free chocolate chips, or fresh raspberries to make this keto dessert over the top.
    Servings: 4

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 218 | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 23g | Fiber: 2g

    Nutrition is provided as a courtesy only. Please re-calculate on your own with the ingredients and amounts you used for the most accurate data.

    Keyword :gluten free, keto chocolate dessert, keto chocolate mousse

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    1. LynnMarie says

      May 04, 2024 at 10:35 am

      5 stars
      Couldn't come across this treat at a more perfect time. Chocolate cravings were hitting hard. Creamy, filling and delightful. What's even better is the simple ingredients and so very easy to make. Ahhh, life is good again. Thank You!

      Reply
    2. Shirley Chesser says

      March 06, 2024 at 12:09 pm

      4 stars
      It was pretty good and easy to make. But it had a funny tast it it.

      Reply
    3. Paula says

      August 07, 2023 at 3:30 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious and light, not heavy. I used Hershey's unsweetened cocoa and Choc Zero semisweet chocolate. chips.Do you have a favorite brand of cocoa you prefer?

      Reply
    4. Kate says

      August 07, 2023 at 12:17 am

      Delicious but this is just chocolate whipped cream. Not a mousse!

      Reply
    5. Ray says

      July 08, 2023 at 5:24 pm

      Have made this multiple times, as its so quick and easy!
      Two comments:
      1. I sift the cocoa and powdered sweetener together and go ahead and add to the whipping cream. Still whips up beautifully, and no powder "bomb" if adding to already whipped cream.
      2. This makes a great whipped frosting, I just add couple more tablespoons of sweetener.

      Reply
    6. Rosa says

      January 18, 2023 at 1:50 pm

      5 stars
      This is my second time making this! So easy and quick to make! So yummy!

      Reply
    7. Ashley says

      September 28, 2022 at 4:44 pm

      This recipe is a straight winner! This is my second time making it in as many days! I messed up the first time and used granular sweetener instead of powdered, so it was VERY grainy. I also over whipped it. My bad for not reading the recipe thoroughly. This time, I made sure to use powdered sweetener and it came out so bomb! I made sure to only whip it as directed. I also topped it with some raspberries and some melted stevia sweetened chocolate chips. Chef’s kiss! Thank you for sharing such a fast, simple and delicious recipe!

      Reply
    8. Janet says

      April 06, 2022 at 8:22 pm

      How many calories and carbs per serving if adding the egg whites?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        April 08, 2022 at 9:22 am

        It would add trivial amounts of carbs and calories as an egg white only has 15 calories

        Reply
        • Alli says

          July 20, 2022 at 11:51 am

          5 stars
          Amazing as is but put it on top of cold brew for a chocolate cold foam dupe.

    9. Joyce says

      April 03, 2022 at 4:42 pm

      5 stars
      OMGosh this is delicious! Added a dollop of peanut butter on top and voilà, sweet tooth satisfied!!!

      Reply
    10. Sue Fowler says

      January 27, 2022 at 11:41 am

      5 stars
      Omg …. The chocolate mousse is amazing ….. and took 5 mins to make!
      I might add some coffee powder next time!
      Thank you! Xx

      Reply
      • Evelyn says

        August 14, 2022 at 8:57 pm

        Yes, it is delish...thanks for the coffee powder suggestion. I will try that next time.

        Reply
    11. Marcia says

      January 09, 2022 at 7:44 pm

      5 stars
      New to Keto and missing desserts. This recipe was so simple yet so decadent! Loved every bite....thinking hmmm..can't eat pasta but hey...I can eat this!

      Reply
    12. Jen says

      January 06, 2022 at 7:26 pm

      5 stars
      Okay I never comment on blog posts but feel compelled to on this one. This recipe is AMAZING! I cannot believe it’s Keto friendly! It almost tastes like a Frosty from Wendy’s!

      I couldn’t get the half and half to thicken up when I whisked it but it did thicken up in the fridge overnight. Highly recommend!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        February 13, 2022 at 11:59 am

        Half and half is not heavy cream. Look for “whipping” cream.

        Reply
    13. Janice says

      October 13, 2021 at 4:59 pm

      My new favorite recipe! I can't believe how fast and easy it is to make.

      Reply
    14. david says

      October 10, 2021 at 1:36 am

      5 stars
      so simple so quick, so good.

      Reply
    15. Alexandria says

      October 09, 2021 at 12:14 pm

      Hello I was just wondering if it is 218Kcal per serving or for the entire batch.

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        October 11, 2021 at 12:29 pm

        Per serving

        Reply
    16. Heidi says

      October 04, 2021 at 9:57 pm

      5 stars
      This is so yummy. I added some cinnamon, espresso and used dark chocolate cocoa. Thanks!

      Reply
    17. Marilyn Locke says

      September 23, 2021 at 8:16 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious. I didn't have a sifter so I had to put the cocoa powder and then the sweetener in my blender-buying a sifter today! You are one very talented sharp young baker-thanks for the great recipe.

      Reply
    18. Jasmyn mears says

      August 26, 2021 at 2:38 am

      5 stars
      Really lovely, cured my craving. I added the egg whites just so it felt like we had more. Definitely making again. Thanks 🙂

      Reply
      • Rose says

        April 08, 2022 at 8:52 pm

        5 stars
        Wow, this made my night! Thank you! It is so delicious, and cured my sugar cravings! Perfect thank you!

        Reply
    19. Mary C says

      August 09, 2021 at 7:37 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a great dessert! IMHO, to get 4 servings out of it you really need to add the beaten egg whites. Also, the first time I made it my family found it too salty even though I cut the salt down to just 1/8 tsp. The salt is probably a personal taste thing. To make the prep faster I used three bowls and a small electric mixer and put it together in these steps. 1. Mix the cocoa powder and sweetener thoroughly in a small bowl (eliminates the sifting). 2. Beat the egg whites in a small bowl until stiff (1-2 min). 3. Beat the cream in a medium bowl until soft peaks form. If you beat the egg whites first you don't have to wash the mixer beaters before you beat the cream. 4. Add the cocoa/sweetener, vanilla, and salt to whip cream. Beat just until mixed. 5. Gently fold in beaten egg whites. Thanks for the wonderful recipe!

      Reply
    20. Lara Lucas says

      April 25, 2021 at 5:40 pm

      5 stars
      Super easy to make and so delicious! Perfect for satisfying my chocolate cravings when they come around.

      Reply
    21. Hanna H says

      April 05, 2021 at 6:25 pm

      5 stars
      Very easy and fills that sweet tooth craving. Thank you!

      Reply
    22. Hannah Edgell says

      March 25, 2021 at 7:42 am

      5 stars
      sooooooo good................ our non keto Friends have tried this and asked my Husband to make them some too!!

      Reply
    23. Carla L Wood says

      March 12, 2021 at 6:20 pm

      Keto life saver! Thank you!

      Reply
    24. Marley Crosby says

      February 28, 2021 at 6:48 am

      5 stars
      Fantastic recipe! I doubled the recipe because I was having 6 people for dinner. I didn’t have the sweetener and I ended up adding 3 small packages of stevia. It was a huge hit and everyone loved it!
      Thank you,
      M

      Reply
    25. Lou Ann Epps says

      February 15, 2021 at 8:10 pm

      This was quick, easy and delicious!! Thank you for this wonderful keto dessert, now my sweet tooth doesn’t feel deprived and no guilt. ♥️

      Reply
    26. Patricia Kaufman says

      February 14, 2021 at 3:42 pm

      5 stars
      This mousse is delicious and so easy to make for a Valentines dessert that both my husband and I enjoyed. Only problem was that the salt didn't distribute well. It didn't ruin it but do you have a tip for doing better next time? Could I put the salt in the cream before wipping?

      Reply
    27. Pamela says

      February 12, 2021 at 8:21 pm

      5 stars
      This is amazing! So easy & delicious. Thanks for all the comments about putting everything in the Nutri Bullet & blend for a minute or two until the sound changes & you know it's done. I'm so glad I discovered your site.

      Reply
      • Hannah says

        March 14, 2021 at 10:52 am

        Hi Pamela, can you use a nutribullet instead of whisking?

        Reply
    28. Pernicious Rose says

      February 12, 2021 at 7:01 pm

      Ok, this is to die for! I found it to be super bitter with stevia powder so I added a tbs of monk fruit too. I am allergic to erythritol (fun to find out the hard way) so mine is pure monk fruit. I am on keto for medical treatment and was craving something sweet but didn't want to blow the keto diet. This hit the spot!!! A little really does go a long way with this mousse. I see myself having this even when I am able to get off the keto diet.

      Reply
    29. Anna says

      February 10, 2021 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      this is so good! sometimes, I have a hard time getting the cream to stiff peaks as I don't have a mixer. about how long should I mix it by hand for? Usually, it turns out liquidy when I add the other ingredients and I have to let it solidify in the freezer or fridge.

      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Irene Brophy says

        March 14, 2021 at 5:46 pm

        I do too!! Glad I'm not the only one. The taste is great though!!

        Reply
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