Quick Keto Chocolate Mousse

It can be hard to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying true to the keto diet. That's where this keto chocolate mousse comes in! The light and airy dessert is low-carb, easy to throw together quickly, and absolutely delicious.

What Makes This Chocolate Mousse Keto?

Most people who follow the keto diet avoid sugar, as sugar contains carbs. So, instead of the white sugar that's traditionally used in chocolate mousse, this recipe calls for powdered zero-calorie sweetener.

How to Make Keto Chocolate Mousse

This quick keto chocolate mousse recipe is made with just six ingredients (cream cheese, heavy cream, vanilla extract, powdered sweetener, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt). You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect:

Start by beating the cream cheese with a hand mixer until it's light and fluffy. Lower the speed and slowly incorporate the vanilla and heavy cream. Add the sweetener, cocoa powder and salt and continue mixing until it reaches a mousse-like consistency.

How to Store Keto Chocolate Mousse

Keep the keto chocolate mousse in the refrigerator until you're ready to eat. It should last for up to three days in an airtight container.

Cookdap Community Tips and Praise

“I was fiercely CRAVING chocolate that fit the keto and was satisfying ? I tried other things and was disappointed,” says Jeannie Byrne. “I tried this and it was EVERYTHING! It was quick and easy.”

“I love this mouse,” raves IrmaB. “It has just enough to satisfy. I served it with fresh cut strawberries.”

“I have made this every week since I made it the first time a month ago,” says Janice S. “On a keto diet and this completely satisfies my sweet tooth and chocolate craving! Great and EASY recipe.”