Keto Chocolate Mousse Pots
These rich and creamy keto chocolate mousse pots are the perfect treat to satisfy any sweet cravings while staying low in carbs. Smooth, indulgent, and easy to make — they taste just as good as the classic version!
You will need:
- 200g dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa, e.g. Lindt) or 4 oz (115g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- 200ml whipping cream
- 3 egg whites
- Optional: 1 tsp vanilla essence
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp powdered erythritol or allulose (natural low-carb sweeteners) — taste before adding
- Optional decoration: 1 strawberry (8% carb) or 1 raspberry (12% carb)
Method:
- Prepare two mixing bowls — one for the egg whites and one for the cream.
- Melt the chocolate gently over a bain marie until smooth.
- Whisk the egg whites in one bowl until they form stiff peaks.
- In the second bowl, whisk the cream until thick and firm.
- Place the avocado in a food processor with a few spoonfuls of the whipped cream and blend until silky smooth.
- Fold the whipped cream and egg whites together carefully, then add the melted chocolate and the avocado mixture.
- Add vanilla essence and your chosen sweetener if desired — although the chocolate and cream often make it sweet enough!
- Spoon the mousse into small dessert pots or ramekins and refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours until set.
- For a frozen version, store in covered tubs and freeze. Defrost for 10–15 minutes before serving.
To Serve:
Top with an extra spoonful of whipped cream and garnish with a sliced strawberry or a single raspberry for a touch of colour.
Nutrition (per pot, approx. based on 9 servings):
- Calories: 126
- Total Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g (33%)
- Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
- Sodium: 73 mg
- Potassium: 19 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Dietary Fibre: 0 g
- Sugars: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Vitamin A: 7%
- Vitamin C: 0%
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 2%
Tip: Using erythritol or allulose instead of stevia can give a smoother taste and reduce any aftertaste. Both are natural, low-calorie, and keto-friendly.