Perfectly smooth, rich and delicious, you won’t be able to tell this decadent Chocolate mousse has been lightened up!If you love this light Chocolate Mousse, you will love this Lightened Mug Brownie recipe.
There is something so decadent and indulgent about chocolate mousse, like this light chocolate mousse recipe. It’s smooth silkiness of dangerous chocolate and cream leaves you closing your eyes and humming “aww” every time you take a heavenly bite. Add a dollop of whipped cream and a few berries and it is even more over the top. Just simple and delicious. Can’t you just imagine a bowl of some right in front of you now? I know I can!
I thought long and hard about turning one of the most enticing desserts ever into something lighter. For me, I just didn’t know if it made sense. Desserts are decadent for a reason right? Does anyone really want this dessert to be light? And if so, why? Why not indulge on your diet day off and have the real thing? Why not enjoy life a little and have this baby on special occasions? Or do a few more miles on the treadmill just to have a bite of the full fat version. Those were my thoughts.
But I finally realized that sometimes we can overindulge on things that aren’t too good for us. So having a lighter version would be good to have as an option. So this light chocolate mousse is it. It feels decadent, it only requires a few ingredients (you might have them all at home right now), and I would probably eat a bowl of this and feel not only thoroughly satisfied but also very proud of myself for doing something good for my thighs for a change.
So what do you think? Do you prefer lighter desserts or do you splurge on the real thing?
Light Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt this does not have to be greek yogurt! I prefer to use a plain regular yogurt that is thick to avoid the tang flavor
- 1 ounce semi-sweet baking square plus 1 tablespoon milk melted
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons confectioner's sugar or sweetener of your choice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients and place in ramekins or small serving bowls.
- Refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
- Garnish with low fat or vegan whipped cream, berries and chocolate chips and serve.
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This is a great sounding version of mousse – so easy to make and much lighter. thank you!
Thanks so much Donalyn!!! I really appreciate you stopping by!
This looks delicious!! i can’t wait to try it. I pinned it too!
Thanks so much Sarah!
You don’t even understand how much I want of bowl of this to appear in front of me right now!!! 😉
Haha thanks Jocelyn!
That certainly doesn’t look like a light dessert! It looks amazing!
Thanks so much Tonia!!!
I LOVE this lighter version of something so typically decadent. We’re trying to drop those holiday pounds and I love that this recipe has everything good about mousse but is so light. Great job, Jocelyn! I’ll be making this one.
Thanks so much Bill! After all the holiday treats, something lighter is definitely needed, at least in my household.
I prefer healthier desserts that taste just as good as the real thing. 😀
Like this! Perfect for dessert after something like lasagna. 🙂
Yes something much lighter for dessert if you go heavy on dinner! Agreed!
Hi! I just found your blog through our mutual friend, Zainab. I love your site and this recipe especially! It is so pretty with those plump raspberries… and it sounds so delicious! Thanks so much for the recipe- I’m going to share it on my Facebook page later today 😉
I mean the link, not the recipe! lol…
Thank you so much Allie! I am so glad you found me! I am going to check out your site now!!
I’ve been craving something chocolatey – but I wanted to be light. You’ve just answered my prayer! Thanks for the great recipe!!
This is an absolutely beautiful lighter version of chocolate mousse to be enjoyed at anytime of year. Love it. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Thanks so much Velva! I really appreciate you stopping by.
I love this dessert and I like both. However, during this time of year, I opt for “lighter” desserts. Just trying to get ready for Spring/Summer. But by all means, continue bringing on the real good stuff. I never get tired of it. 🙂
I so need to hop on your get ready for summer program. This dessert is the first step.