Easy Low-Carb Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Who said you can’t enjoy the delicious sweet chocolate mousse when you are on a low-carb or keto diet? That’s not true!! You just have to prepare it with your own low-carb way. So, if you made your decision and ready to go to the kitchen, then try this Easy Low-carb Chocolate Mousse Recipe. I know you will like it. 

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Now let’s check out the calories part; 

Calories per serving; 221.5 calories.

1 cup whipped cream:
  1. Calories: 413 calories.
  2. Fats: 44.3 gm.
  3. Fibers: 0 gm.
  4. Carbohydrates: 3.3 gm.
  5. Protein: 2.5 gm.
1 tbsp unsweetened chocolate powder:
  1. Calories: 15 calories.
  2. Fats: 1gm.
  3. Carbohydrates: 2gm.
  4. Protein: 1gm.

So, since the range of carbs on the keto diet is 20-50 grams per day, then this recipe is not more than 5 grams carbs for one serving (safe side).

So, let’s start;    

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes.
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes.
  • Total Time: 40 minutes.
  • Servings:  2 persons.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (4 FL ounce) unsweetened whipping cream.
  • One sachet (2 tbsp) of unsweetened Cocoa Powder (or cappuccino) mix.
  • Stevia or any other non-caloric sweetener to flavor (optional).

Instructions

  • Filter the Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (or cappuccino) to remove any lumps or large particles that give a bitter taste.
  • Mix the chocolate shake mix with the whipping cream in a deep bowl, until it is thickened.
  • Sweeten the mixture with the non-caloric sweetener.
  • Pour the mixture into one large bowl or divided into two smaller bowls.
  • Chill for 30 minutes.
  • It’s ready to serve.
Easy Low-Carb Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Notes

If you want the mousse to be darker or to have a stronger taste, then add another chocolate powder sachet or half a sachet. You can top the mousse with nuts or coconut flakes if you prefer. It’s better to chill more than 30 minutes to ensure that the mousse is firm.

Dr. Nada Ahmed El Gazaar, Licensed Dietitian
Dr. Nada Ahmed El Gazaar, Licensed Dietitian

Nada Ahmed El Gazaar is a certified nutritionist and health educator with a pharmaceutical background and a deep passion for preventive health and balanced nutrition. She is the founder of What Diet Is It, where she shares evidence-based health and diet insights to help readers make sustainable, realistic changes.

Nada personally experienced how anti-inflammatory dietary choices—free from sugar, gluten, and artificial additives—can dramatically improve well-being. Drawing from both scientific study and lived experience, she focuses on gut health, inflammation, and holistic recovery strategies.

Nada holds a certification in Nutrition Science from Zewail International Academy and continues to expand her expertise through ongoing medical and nutritional research to ensure her readers receive accurate, actionable guidance.

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