Keto Chocolate Mousse – Restaurant Quality

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This keto chocolate mousse recipe is light, fluffy, and creamy. The coffee flavor combined with chocolate makes it a perfect dessert with a touch of class. This is no lazy 3-ingredient hack. It is a restaurant-quality dessert that is still easy to make. Try it and let me know!

Looking for more keto desserts? Try this delicious keto strawberry mousse, low-carb keto ice cream recipes, or my sugar-free keto custard recipe.

Keto mocha mousse.
Classy keto mocha mousse.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Light and Airy: This mousse is not heavy or overly rich, making it a refreshing dessert.
  • Quick and Easy: With just a few simple steps, you can have this elegant dessert ready in no time.
  • Sugar-Free: This recipe uses a natural sugar-free sweetener, making it perfect for those on a keto or low-carb diet.
  • Gluten-Free: This recipe is perfect for those on a gluten-free diet.

This recipe takes 10 minutes to make in a stand mixer or with a hand mixer.

Ingredients

Note: I have experimented with 3-ingredient mousse recipes, but they just don’t cut it. The extra ingredients are necessary for the most decadent, delicious keto chocolate mousse you’ll ever make. This recipe is restaurant quality.

  • 2 teaspoons gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • ¼ cup hot water
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee
  • ½ cup hot water
  • 1/3 cup erythritol
  • 2 tablespoons cacao powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup heavy cream, whipped, to serve (Easy keto whipped cream recipe here)

How To Make Keto Chocolate Mousse:

  1. Bloom Gelatin: In a heatproof jug, sprinkle gelatin over cold water. Let sit for 2 minutes.
  2. Dissolve Gelatin: Add ¼ cup hot water and stir until dissolved. If needed, microwave for 30 seconds. Set aside to cool.
  3. Prepare Coffee: Dissolve instant coffee in ½ cup hot water. Set aside to cool.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a stand mixer, combine erythritol, cacao powder, and vanilla extract.
  5. Whip Cream: Add heavy cream to the mixer and whisk to soft peaks.
  6. Combine Ingredients: With the mixer on low speed, add dissolved coffee and gelatin until combined.
  7. Chill: Pour the mousse into eight glasses and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  8. Serve: Top with whipped cream and enjoy!

Tips and Variations

  • For a richer flavor, use strong brewed coffee instead of instant.
  • If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can use a hand mixer or whisk by hand.
  • Feel free to experiment with different toppings, such as shaved chocolate or berries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different sweetener?

Yes, you can substitute erythritol with another keto-friendly sweetener like monk fruit or allulose. Adjust the amount according to your taste preferences.

How long does chocolate mousse last in the fridge?

This mousse can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Can I make chocolate mousse ahead of time?

Absolutely! In fact, it’s recommended to make chocolate mousse ahead of time so it has enough time to set in the fridge.

Keto chocolate mousse in a glass.

Keto Chocolate Mousse – Restaurant Quality

This keto chocolate mousse recipe is light, fluffy, and creamy. The coffee flavor combined with chocolate makes it a perfect dessert with a touch of class. This is no lazy 3-ingredient hack. It is a restaurant-quality dessert that is still easy to make. Try it and let me know!

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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 11 minutes
Servings: 8 serves
Calories: 208kcal
Author: Matt Dobson

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons water cold
  • 1/4 cup water hot
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee
  • 1/2 cup water hot
  • 1/3 cup Erythritol
  • 2 tablespoons cacao powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream whipped, to serve

Instructions

  • In a heatproof jug, place the cold water and sprinkle over the gelatin. Allow to sit for 2 minutes.
    2 teaspoons gelatin, 2 tablespoons water
  • Add the ¼ cup of hot water and stir until dissolved. If you’re left with undissolved gelatin, place the jug into the microwave and heat for 30 seconds, or until the gelatin has dissolved. Set aside to cool.
    1/4 cup water
  • Dissolve the instant coffee in the ½ cup of hot water and set aside to cool.
    2 tablespoons instant coffee, 1/2 cup water
  • In your stand mixer, add the erythritol, cacao and vanilla extract. Using the whisk attachment gently mix the ingredients.
    1/3 cup Erythritol, 2 tablespoons cacao powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Add the cream to the stand mixer and whisk to soft peaks.
    1 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • With the mixer on low speed, add the dissolved coffee until it is combined.
  • Add the gelatin and mix until combined.
  • Pour the mousse into 8 glasses and set in the fridge for 2 hours.
  • Serve topped with a dollop of whipped cream and enjoy.
    1/2 cup Heavy Cream

Notes

 
STORING: This mousse can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. It is not suitable for freezing.

Nutrition

Serving: 100g | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 850IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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To make a larger batch of  Mocha Latte Keto Mousse, adjust the servings above. 

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I am the founder of My Keto Kitchen. I am a nutritionist, cooking enthusiast, and part-time Van Lifer! Along with a qualified chef, we have created a collection of delicious and healthy recipes.

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