Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Zero Carb Chocolate Mousse without the guilt! Made with heavy cream, cocoa powder, and a sugar substitute, it’s the perfect keto-friendly dessert for chocolate lovers. Topped with Lily’s dark chocolate chips and frozen to perfection, this mousse is decadent yet diet-friendly. Perfect for special occasions or a quick treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp sugar substitute of choice (e.g., erythritol, stevia, or monk fruit)
- Lily’s dark chocolate chips (zero carb variety), for topping
Instructions
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Whip the Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks begin to form.
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Add Cocoa and Sweetener:
- Gradually add the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sugar substitute to the whipped cream. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
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Top with Chocolate Chips:
- Gently fold in some Lily’s dark chocolate chips if desired, or reserve them for topping.
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Freeze:
- Transfer the mixture to individual serving dishes or a larger container. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top. Freeze for 2 hours or until set.
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Serve:
- Remove from the freezer and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this guilt-free chocolate delight!
Notes
- Use a high-quality cocoa powder for the best flavor.
- Substitute Lily’s dark chocolate chips with other zero-carb chocolate options if preferred.
- For an extra touch, garnish with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 0g (depending on sugar substitute used)
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g (net carbs depend on sugar substitute)
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg