Sugar-Free Mousse au Chocolat
Indulge guilt-free with this Sugar-Free Mousse au Chocolat, a decadent yet lighter twist on the classic French dessert. Crafted with rich, high-quality dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa), creamy butter, and whipped heavy cream, this mousse eliminates refined sugar by using natural substitutes like erythritol or stevia for a perfectly balanced sweetness. The airy texture is achieved through carefully folding whipped egg whites and cream into a velvety chocolate mixture, resulting in an irresistibly fluffy treat. Preparation is quick and straightforward, taking just 20 minutes plus chilling time, making it ideal for dinner parties or everyday indulgence. Serve this sugar-free chocolate mousse in elegant cups, garnished with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for a show-stopping finish. Perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a refined, sugar-free dessert option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons sugar substitute (erythritol or stevia)
- 3 eggs, separated
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Begin by finely chopping the dark chocolate. Place the chocolate and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Stir occasionally until the chocolate and butter have melted completely and are well combined. Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until it forms soft peaks. Gently fold in the sugar substitute to taste; adjust according to sweetness preference.
In another clean bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are thick and pale. Gradually fold these into the cooled chocolate mixture until evenly combined.
In a separate, clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until they form stiff peaks.
Fold the whipped cream gently into the chocolate mixture to maintain volume. Finally, fold the egg whites gently into the chocolate mixture as well, being careful not to deflate.
Transfer the mousse into individual serving bowls or glasses. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set before serving. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream or a few fresh berries for an added touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.1 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.8 g | 494% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 418 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.9 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.7 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1250 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
