Carnivore Chocolate Mousse

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🥩 Carnivore Chocolate Mousse

Description

This Carnivore Chocolate Mousse is a rich, silky dessert designed for carnivore or very low-carb lifestyles. It delivers deep chocolate flavor with a creamy, airy texture—without sugar, grains, or plant fillers. Perfect as an occasional treat, especially for those following relaxed or keto-carnivore approaches.

📝 Ingredients (Minimal & Clean)

  • 4 large egg yolks (room temperature)

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (100% cacao)

  • Optional (if tolerated):

    • Pinch of sea salt

    • Few drops liquid stevia or monk fruit (optional, not strict carnivore)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Melt Base

    • In a saucepan over very low heat, melt butter and heavy cream together.

    • Whisk gently until fully combined—do not boil.

  2. Add Cocoa

    • Whisk in cocoa powder until smooth and lump-free.

    • Remove from heat and let cool slightly (important!).

  3. Temper Egg Yolks

    • Slowly whisk a small amount of the warm chocolate mixture into the egg yolks.

    • Once tempered, whisk yolks back into the saucepan mixture.

  4. Cook Gently

    • Return to low heat and whisk continuously for 2–3 minutes until thickened.

    • The mousse should coat the back of a spoon.

  5. Chill & Set

    • Pour into serving dishes.

    • Chill in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours until set.

💡 Tips for Best Results

  • Low heat is critical — overheating will scramble the eggs

  • Use high-fat cream (36–40%) for the smoothest texture

  • For extra fluffiness, you can gently fold in whipped egg whites (optional, advanced)

  • If strict carnivore, skip sweeteners entirely—the butter and cream soften the bitterness

🍽 Servings

  • Serves: 4 small portions

  • Serving size: ~½ cup

🧮 Nutritional Information (Per Serving – Approximate)

  • Calories: ~290

  • Fat: ~26g

  • Protein: ~6g

  • Carbohydrates: ~3g net (from cocoa & cream)

  • Sugar: 0g added

(Values vary depending on ingredient brands)

🧠 Benefits

  • High-fat & satiating – supports ketosis

  • Zero sugar – no insulin spikes

  • Egg yolks provide choline – supports brain & liver health

  • Easy digestion compared to flour-based desserts

  • Great transition dessert for people quitting sugar

❓ Q & A

Q: Is this strict carnivore?
A: Cocoa comes from plants, so it’s relaxed carnivore. Remove cocoa for a pure carnivore custard.

Q: Can I use raw eggs?
A: The gentle cooking step makes this safer than raw preparations.

Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Not ideal—dairy is essential here. You’d need a completely different recipe.

Q: How long does it keep?
A: Up to 3 days refrigerated in an airtight container.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes, but texture becomes more like ice cream.

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