Dark Chocolate Mousse with Lactose-Free Cream

Name: Dark Chocolate Mousse with Lactose-Free Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 80 g Dark chocolate, about 70% cocoa (no inulin or milk solids), 20 g per serving; 200 ml Lactose-free whipping cream; 2 Eggs, separated (Lion mark); 2 tbsp Maple syrup

15 minLow FODMAPVegetarianGluten-freeBetter sleepNo-cookLuteal phase

Servings:

Ingredients

—Dark chocolate (70–85%) — 80 gmany brands contain milk or soya — check the label
—Lactose-free whipping cream — 200 ml
—Eggs, separated (Lion mark) — 2
—Maple syrup — 2 tbsp

Allergens

Contains eggsContains dairy

Method

01Melt the chocolate in a bowl over simmering water and let it cool slightly.
02Whisk the egg yolks with the maple syrup and stir into the chocolate.
03Whip the cream to soft peaks and gently fold into the chocolate mixture.
04Separately whip the egg whites to stiff peaks and gently fold into the mousse.
05Divide into ramekins and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Why this works

Dark chocolate in this controlled amount provides polyphenol antioxidants. Eggs add protein, making the dessert more filling.

Sources

Chocolate, dark, 70-85% cacao solids — composition — USDA FoodData Central Scientific Opinion on the substantiation of health claims related to protein and growth/maintenance of muscle mass — EFSA Journal, 2010;8(10):1811

Nutrition (per serving)

352

kcal

6.1g

protein

28.9g

fat

17.5g

carbs

2.2g

fiber

Always check product labels for allergens.