Weight Watchers Chocolate Mousse

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Weight Watchers Chocolate Mousse is a creamy, rich & smooth dessert that will leave you with your chocolate fix without compromising your wellness wishes. It is light, fluffy, full of flavor, but at the same time, it is low in calories & Smart Points. It is an excellent dessert to eat every day/a weekend treat /as a guest dessert. Weight Watchers Chocolate Mousse can be made in a short time, it does not involve any baking, and it only consists of a small number of ingredients. This mousse is perfect whether you want a quick dessert to make at the last minute. It is easy to portion, serves well &stores well. Serve it when cooled in small jars, cups/ramekins. Put fruit on it/a sprinkling of cocoa to make it a bit fancy.

STATS:

  • Diet: Weight Watchers-Friendly, Low-Calorie
  • Course: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Chill Time: 2 to 3 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Serving Size: ½ cup
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Method: No-Bake, Chill

EQUIPMENT :

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric hand mixer/whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Serving cups/ramekins
  • Plastic wrap (for covering while chilling)

INGREDIENTS:

  1. One cup of fat-free plain Greek yogurt.
  2. 1 (1 ounce) container of sugar-free instant chocolate pudding
  3. ¾ cup cool, unsweetened almond/skim milk
  4. A single cup of fat-free whipped topping (Cool Whip Free/similar).
  5. 1 teaspoon vanilla essence.
  6. Pinch of salt.
  7. Optional: 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder to provide depth.
  8. Optional garnishes include raspberries, grated dark chocolate, & mint.

INGREDIENT NOTES :

Greek yogurt:

  • Adds rich creamy texture to the mousse & makes it protein-rich & fat-light. Always utilize plain Greek yogurt, and make sure it is non-fat to maintain a low Smart Points level.

Pudding mix:

  • To make a thick & rich flavor, add sugar-free instant chocolate pudding that will not contain sugar. Stay away from cook-and-serve ones.

Milk:

  • Skim milk/unsweetened almond milk can be used, and it retains the mixture light & smooth. Best results are obtained with cold milk.

Whipped topping:

  • Fat-free whipped topping gives body & a lightness. And use it when thawed and folded lightly to make it fluffy.

Vanilla extract:

  • It promotes the taste of chocolate and adds balance to the mousse.

Cocoa powder:

  • Optional, Dissolved coca powder when required to give an extra intensity to the chocolate. Use unsweetened in order to save points.

Salt:

  • A pinch of it enhances the chocolate flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Pour cold milk into a mixing dish & bake in the chocolate pudding mix.
  2. Beat for about 2 minutes, till somewhat thickened.
  3. Combine the Greek yogurt, vanilla, salt, & cocoa powder (if using).
  4. Mix again to make it smooth and creamy.
  5. A spatula may be used to fold in the thawed whipped topping.
  6. To retain airiness, blend thoroughly but do not overmix.
  7. Spoon the mousse into six tiny cups/ramekins.
  8. Using a plastic spatula/the back of a spoon, and make smooth the tops.
  9. Wrap each portion in plastic wrap and freeze for 2 to 3 hours, or until fully set.
  10. Serve chilled, with optional toppings such as strawberries, chocolate, or a mint leaf.

TIPS:

  • Make use of an electric mixer to have a fluffier mousse in a shorter time.
  • To get more of a chocolate taste, add a pinch of additional cocoa powder.
  • Prepare the day before to allow more time to chill and more texture.
  • Sprinkle with crushed graham crumbs without sugar or berries, in parfait fashion.
  • Present in wine glasses or jars to have a beautiful serving during the events.
  • When whipped topping is added, do not overmix as the mousse can lose its fluffy quality.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Refrigerate mousse in containers with air circulation or covered cups. you can keep it for the next 2 to 3 days. If liquid separates, carefully stir before serving.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the mousse in separate freezer-safe cups or jars. Wrap each firmly in plastic and store in a jar. Freeze for a period of one month.

FAQS:

May I use pudding flavors other than these?

  • Yes! Sugar-free vanilla instant pudding or cheesecake is a different flavor base that you can use. Blend with cocoa to retain a taste of chocolate.

Is this dairy-free?

  • Yes. Try a dairy-free yogurt (almond or coconut-based) and a dairy-free whipped cream, like So Delicious Coco Whip.

What would happen if I didn’t have Greek yogurt?

  • It is possible to use plain, fat-free, regular yogurt; however, the mousse can be a bit more runny. The yogurt can be thickened by straining it.

Is it feasible to increase the recipe by a factor of 2?

  • Absolutely. Simply double everything. Put it in a big dish or into more cups.

NUTRITION:

Calories: 90 Total
Carbs: 10g
Net Carbs: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 2g
Sodium: 180mg
Potassium: 150mg
Calcium: 100mg
Iron: 0.7mg
Vitamin A: 200 IU
Serving Size: ½ cup
Yield: 6 servings
The Points Weight Watchers Chocolate Mousse is estimated to have 2 Smart Points per serving.