Very Simple Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Glucides nets Atkins™
Style:American
Cook Time:0 Minutes
Phase:Phase 1
Difficulty:Moderate
INGREDIENTS
- 2TbspCocoa Powder
- 1tbspSucralose Based Sweetener (Sugar Substitute)
- 1dashSalt
- 2tspVanilla Extract
- 0 1/2cupHeavy Cream
DIRECTIONS
- In a small bowl combine the cocoa powder, granular sugar substitute, and salt. Mix to combine then add the vanilla. Measure out the cream and add 2 teaspoons from the 1/2 cup of cream to the cocoa powder, mixing to create a smooth paste.
- In a medium bowl, whip the remaining cream by hand or with a hand mixer until medium peaks form. Add the vanilla chocolate mixture and whip until combined.
- Yields 1 1/8 cups. Each serving is a slightly heaping 1/4 cup. Serve immediately in a chilled dessert bowl.
- Add another 1-2 teaspoons sucralose for a sweeter mousse.
- Add 1 tablespoon peanut flour/powder (adding negligable net carbs) when you add in the chocolate for peanut butter chocolate mousse.
- Swirl in sugar free chocolate chips or cacao nibs for a richer chocolate flavor and crunchy texture.
Cooking Tip
We love the idea of customizing this recipe to make it your own! If you add any ingredients, just be sure to keep an eye on net carbs.