Chocolate Mousse

Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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11%

225 kcal Calories

4.1 g Protein

16.1 g Carbs

21%

16.0 g Fat

Fair nutrient density 16/100

How many beneficial nutrients Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

225 kcal / serving

29% from carbs

Carbs 29%

16.1 g per serving
Fat 64%

16.0 g per serving
Protein 7%

4.1 g per serving

What Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Vitamin B1220% Vitamin A (RAE)16% Riboflavin (B2)16% Selenium13% Pantothenic Acid (B5)11%

Full nutrition breakdown

Beneficial
Moderate
Limit
Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	16.1 g	6%
Dietary Fiber	0.6 g	2%
Total Sugars	14.8 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	16.0 g	21%
Saturated Fat	9.2 g	46%
Monounsaturated Fat	5.0 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.9 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	176.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	656.0 mg	—
Butyric Acid	312.0 mg	—
Caproic Acid	203.0 mg	—
Caprylic Acid	137.0 mg	—
Capric Acid	252.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	278.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	1,018.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	4,150.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	2,611.0 mg	—
Arachidic Acid	3.0 mg	—
Behenic Acid	3.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	269.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	4,627.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	7.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	1.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	656.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	37.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	1.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	10.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	4.1 g	8%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	140.0 mcg	16%
Vitamin C	0.1 mg	0%
Vitamin D	~	—
Vitamin E	0.5 mg	3%
Vitamin K	1.6 mcg	1%
Thiamin (B1)	0.0 mg	4%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	16%
Niacin (B3)	0.1 mg	1%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	3%
Folate (B9)	15.0 mcg	4%
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg	20%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.5 mg	11%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	96.0 mg	7%
Iron	0.6 mg	3%
Magnesium	20.0 mg	5%
Phosphorus	117.0 mg	9%
Potassium	143.0 mg	3%
Sodium	38.0 mg	2%
Zinc	0.6 mg	6%
Copper	0.1 mg	8%
Manganese	0.1 mg	3%
Selenium	7.4 mcg	13%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	140.0 mg	47%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	0.0 g	—
Caffeine	7.0 mg	—
Theobromine	45.0 mg	—
Ash	0.8 g	—

About Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe

Chocolate mousse is a light, airy chilled dessert built by folding melted chocolate into whipped cream, beaten egg whites, or both, so that countless tiny air bubbles give it a cloud-soft yet richly indulgent texture. A French classic, its name simply means foam, and the finished dessert balances deep, bittersweet chocolate against a delicate, melting lightness that sets it apart from denser puddings and ganache.

It is undeniably a treat, rich in fat, sugar, and calories, though the cocoa does contribute antioxidants and a little iron. Modern versions lighten things up with aquafaba, avocado, silken tofu, or dairy-free chocolate for egg-free and vegan diners. The dessert depends on gentle folding to keep all that air intact, so a light hand is everything. Spoon or pipe chocolate mousse into glasses, chill it for a few hours until set, and finish with whipped cream, berries, or chocolate shavings just before serving.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe?

There are 225 calories in 100 g of Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe, or about 1,818 calories in 1 recipe yield (808 g).

How much protein is in Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe?

Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe contains 4.1 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe?

Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe has 16.1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe?

Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe provides 16.0 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe a good source of?

Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (20% DV) and a good source of Vitamin A (RAE), Riboflavin (B2), Selenium and Pantothenic Acid (B5) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.