Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Keto Chocolate Dessert, a low-carb delight perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying within Keto guidelines. Made with butter, cream cheese, cocoa powder, and the keto-friendly sweetener Swerve Confectioners, this dessert features a smooth chocolate base topped with a luscious chocolate topping, all prepared without baking and set in the freezer for a quick and easy treat.
Ingredients
Chocolate Base
- 4 oz butter (1 stick)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cocoa powder (preferably Dutch process)
- 1 cup Swerve Confectioners
Chocolate Topping
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 5 tbsp cocoa powder (preferably Dutch process)
- 5 tbsp Swerve Confectioners
Instructions
- Make the Chocolate Base: Melt the butter in a small pan over low heat. Once melted, add the softened cream cheese and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. Turn off the heat but keep the pan on the stove. Using a fork, mash the cream cheese and vanilla extract into the butter until well combined.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cocoa powder and 1 cup Swerve Confectioners, mixing thoroughly to blend.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the cream cheese and butter mixture to the dry ingredients. Using a hand mixer on low speed, blend everything until you achieve a well-combined, thick, and fluffy mixture.
- Prepare the Pan: Lightly grease an 8x6x2-inch glass pan with refined coconut oil or non-stick spray, or line with parchment/wax paper or use a silicone pan for easy removal.
- Set the Base: Spread the chocolate mixture evenly into the pan, smoothing the top as much as possible. Place the pan in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Make the Chocolate Topping: Just before the base is ready, melt the coconut oil if needed. In a small bowl, mix together the melted coconut oil, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, 1/8 tsp salt, 5 tbsp cocoa powder, and 5 tbsp Swerve Confectioners until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Dessert: Remove the base from the freezer. If there are any ridges or uneven spots, smooth them with the back of a spoon.
- Add the Topping: Pour the chocolate topping evenly over the base, tilting the pan if necessary to spread. Some melting of the base may occur, creating a lovely chocolate swirl effect.
- Serve: Cut into 30 pieces once set and enjoy your rich and creamy Keto Chocolate Dessert.
Notes
- Use refined coconut oil to avoid imparting a coconut flavor to the dessert.
- For easier removal from the pan, line it with parchment paper or use a silicone mold.
- The dessert should be kept refrigerated or frozen until serving to maintain firmness.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of Swerve Confectioners according to preference.
- This dessert is perfect for those following a ketogenic diet and looking for a low-carb chocolate fix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American