Description
Indulge in a decadent low-carb chocolate mousse perfect for a sweet Valentine’s Day treat, combining rich flavors with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 8 oz cream cheese or mascarpone, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh berries (raspberries or strawberries)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients, ensuring high-quality cocoa powder and soft cream cheese.
- Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth, then set aside to cool.
- Whip the cream cheese and erythritol in a bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the melted chocolate to the cream cheese mixture and blend well.
- Whip the heavy cream in another bowl until soft peaks form, then gently fold it into the chocolate mixture.
- Spoon the mixture into serving cups and refrigerate for at least an hour to set.
- Top with fresh berries or a sprinkle of cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Use a chilled bowl for whipping cream to achieve better peaks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling, Whipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: low carb, chocolate mousse, Valentine's Day, keto dessert, healthy dessert