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This Quick Keto Chocolate Mousse Recipe delivers rich, velvety chocolate flavor with a light, airy texture — all without the sugar. Perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings while staying within your low-carb goals.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This mousse is a keto dream come true: creamy, chocolatey, and ready in just minutes. It’s an indulgent treat that feels decadent but won’t knock you out of ketosis. With simple ingredients and no cooking required, it’s perfect for busy days or last-minute guests.

Quick Keto Chocolate Mousse Recipe

A great dessert doesn’t have to take hours to prepare — and this Quick Keto Chocolate Mousse proves it. Designed for those following a low-carb lifestyle but loved by anyone who enjoys chocolate, this dessert is as effortless as it is delicious.

The secret to its lush texture lies in the combination of cream cheese and heavy cream. Whipped together, they form a sturdy yet airy base that holds the chocolate flavor beautifully. The cream cheese provides body and tang, while the heavy cream gives it a dreamy smoothness.

Unlike traditional mousse recipes that rely on sugar, this one uses a powdered zero-calorie sweetener, ensuring you get all the sweetness without the carbs. The cocoa powder adds depth and intensity, making each spoonful a chocolate lover’s delight.

This mousse is also highly customizable. You can top it with fresh berries for a burst of freshness, sprinkle it with shaved dark chocolate for extra indulgence, or add a dash of cinnamon or espresso powder to enhance the flavor.

Texture is key in any mousse, and here, it’s all about balance. The mixture is whipped until fluffy but not overmixed, so it remains smooth and light rather than grainy.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it requires no stovetop, oven, or fancy techniques. Everything comes together in one bowl with a simple electric mixer.

Portion control is effortless, too. You can pipe the mousse into small glasses for an elegant presentation or spoon it into bowls for a more casual serving style.

It’s also perfect for meal prep. Store it in the fridge, and you’ll have a ready-to-enjoy keto-friendly dessert waiting for you all week.

Beyond dessert, this mousse can double as a frosting for keto cakes or cupcakes. Its stability makes it an excellent topping that won’t melt away.

This recipe is ideal for anyone who loves chocolate but wants to keep their sugar intake in check. It’s rich enough to satisfy intense cravings, yet light enough that you won’t feel weighed down.

Whether you’re making it for yourself, family, or friends, it’s guaranteed to disappear quickly. It’s one of those rare recipes that’s both diet-friendly and universally loved.

Most importantly, this mousse is proof that living a low-carb lifestyle doesn’t mean sacrificing the joy of dessert. It’s a reminder that with the right ingredients and technique, indulgence can be part of any eating plan.

Servings

4 servings

Time

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup powdered zero-calorie sweetener (such as Swerve®)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 pinch salt

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy.
2. Reduce speed to low and slowly pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
3. Add the sweetener, cocoa powder, and salt, and mix until fully incorporated.
4. Increase mixer speed to high and beat until the mixture becomes light and airy, about 1–2 minutes.
5. Serve immediately for a soft mousse or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for a firmer texture.

Tips

• Use room-temperature cream cheese for the smoothest texture.
• Sift cocoa powder before adding to avoid lumps.
• Garnish with fresh berries, shaved chocolate, or a dollop of whipped cream.