Ingredients and Weight:
- Heavy cream: 500 grams
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 70 grams
- Erythritol or xylitol: 1/2 cup
- Gelatin powder: 1 tablespoon
- Cold water: 1/4 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
0 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium bowl, sprinkle gelatin powder over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until it starts to steam.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the bloomed gelatin. Stir until dissolved.
- Add the cocoa powder, erythritol or xylitol, and vanilla extract to the saucepan. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a large bowl and whisk until stiff peaks form.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 12 grams
- Carbohydrates: 5 grams (net carbs: 3 grams)
- Protein: 2 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy texture
- Intense chocolate flavor
- Sugar-free and low in carbohydrates
User Comments:
- "This mousse is absolutely delicious! It's so rich and decadent, but it doesn't have any of the guilt associated with traditional chocolate mousse." - Sarah
- "I love that this mousse is so easy to make. It's perfect for a quick and satisfying dessert." - John
- "This mousse is the perfect keto-friendly treat. It's low in carbs and high in fat, which makes it a great way to stay in ketosis." - Mary
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use unsweetened cocoa powder.
- If you don't have a large bowl, you can divide the mixture into two smaller bowls and whisk separately.
- Be careful not to overbeat the mousse, or it will become grainy.