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I love to splurge on a good dessert, and I’ve found that when something is truly delicious, a few spoonfuls are often all I need to feel satisfied.
This pots-de-crème–style dessert has long been my go-to when we’re having company. It’s easy to make and looks lovely served in small, stemmed dishes. Plus, who can resist a little chocolate at the end of a meal?
But after making this easy low-calorie chocolate hazelnut mousse, I may have a new favorite. My husband raved about it. His only complaint was that I didn’t make enough.
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Why I Love this Recipe
- It’s easy to dress up with fruit or simple garnishes.
- It’s rich and satisfying without being overly heavy.
- There’s no baking required, which makes it easy and stress-free.
- A small portion goes a long way.
- It looks impressive with very little effort.
- It’s egg-free, which makes it simpler and more approachable.
- It fits nicely into a WW-friendly way of enjoying dessert.
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Chocolate Hazelnut Spread – Nutella gives this mousse its signature flavor. Other chocolate hazelnut spreads will work, but sweetness and texture may vary.
- Light Tub-Style Cream Cheese – Adds creaminess and structure. Be sure it’s at room temperature so it blends smoothly.
- Fat-Free Cream Cheese – Keeps the mousse lighter while still contributing to a rich texture. If you can’t find fat-free cream cheese, low-fat works well.
- No-Calorie Sweetener – Adds sweetness without extra calories. Add gradually and adjust to taste. Granulated sugar or powdered sugar can be used instead, though points will change.
- Low-Fat Milk – Helps loosen the mixture so it blends smoothly. Any milk you normally use will work.
- Hazelnut Extract – Enhances the Nutella flavor. Vanilla extract is a good substitute if you don’t have hazelnut extract on hand.
- Light Whipped Topping – Folded in at the end to give the mousse its light, airy texture. Be gentle so it stays fluffy.
How Many Calories and WW Points in this Easy Low Calorie Nutella Mousse?
According to my calculations, each serving has 200 calories.
To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)
5 PointsPlus (Old plan)
How to Make Nutella Mousse, Step-by-Step
Step 1: Gather and prepare all ingredients.
Step 2: Add the chocolate hazelnut spread and cream cheese to a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer (affiliate link) until combined.
Step 3: Beat in the sweetener, milk and hazelnut extract until smooth. **See note below.
Step 4: Add the whipped topping, a half cup at a time, and gently fold in with spatula or wooden spoon (affiliate link) (do not beat in or the mouse will be too dense).
Step 5: Divide into four serving dishes. Chill for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
Recipe Notes
**I used just one packet of sweetener, but I recommend adding it gradually and tasting as you go.
If you don’t have hazelnut extract, vanilla extract works well.
For a deeper flavor, replace one tablespoon of the milk with cold brewed coffee.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this mousse chilled and simply garnished:
- With a dollop of whipped topping and a few chocolate shavings
- Topped with fresh berries and a sprig of mint
For another simple no-cook dessert, try this Creamy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse that is packed with protein and has less than 200 calories per serving.
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Easy Chocolate Hazelnut (Nutella) Mousse Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chocolate hazelnut spread (I used Nutella)
- 1/4 cup light tub-style cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup fat-free cream cheese, at room temperature
- 3 packets no calorie sweetener**
- 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
- 1/4 teaspoon hazelnut extract
- 1-1/2 cups light whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
- Add the hazelnut spread and cream cheese to a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer (affiliate link) until combined.
- Add the sweetener, milk, and extract, beat until smooth. **See note below
- Add the whipped topping, a half cup at a time, and gently fold in with a spatula or wooden spoon (affiliate link) (do not beat in or the mouse will be too dense).
- Divide into four serving dishes. Chill for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 9 SmartPoints (Green plan) 9 SmartPoints (Blue plan) 9 SmartPoints (Purple plan) 5 PointsPlus (Old plan) **I only used 1 packet of sweetener. I strongly recommend you add them one at a time until your desired sweetness is reached. Use vanilla extract if you don’t have hazelnut extract. Replace one tablespoon of milk with a tablespoon of cold coffee.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe source: Eat What You Love (affiliate link) by Marlene Koch
More WW-Friendly Low Calorie Mousse and Fluff Recipes
If you enjoy this Nutella mousse, you may also like:
- This Light & Creamy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse is high-protein chocolate dessert that’s rich, creamy, and surprisingly light.
- This Dark Chocolate Avocado Mousse is smooth and decadent, with healthy fats from avocado.
- A simple, everyday chocolate dessert, WeightWatchers Creamy Chocolate Yogurt is quick and easy to make.
- Light and fruity, this Creamy Low-Fat Strawberry Mousse is perfect for spring and summer.
- This Skinny Chocolate Mousse is a classic made lighter the French Women Don’t Get Fat Way.
- This Pumpkin Mousse Fluff is a seasonal favorite with warm spice flavor.
- These Easy Chocolate Cheesecake Dessert Cups provide portion-controlled chocolate cheesecake flavor in an easy no-bake recipe.
