When you think of Valentine’s Day treats, you may think of candy hearts, a box of chocolates or the twin packs of little pink heart cupcakes (a personal favorite). Unfortunately, the sugar and calories in these sweets can add up quickly. That’s why I turned to Dena McDowell, a Registered Dietitian and nutrition expert for TOPS. She shared a light and delicious recipe for gluten-free raspberry chocolate mousse.
Impress your sweetie (or yourself!) with this dessert for Valentine’s Day:
Gluten-Free* Raspberry Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients:
100 g. dark baking chocolate
1 c. fat-free half-and-half
2 T. sugar
½ T. vanilla extract
1 ½ c. fresh raspberries
Directions:
- In a double boiler (or take a small sauce pan with simmering water with a heat-proof bowl resting on top of it), heat ¼ cup of fat-free half-and-half, stirring constantly until liquid begins to steam.
- Add chocolate and stir until mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip remaining half-and-half until soft peaks begin to form. Slowly add sugar and vanilla.
- Add whipped mixture to chocolate, slowly mixing together.
- Fold in half of the raspberries.
- Spoon mixture to six bowls and either serve immediately or chill till serving.
- Top with remaining berries before serving.
Number of servings: 6 (1/2 c. serving each)
Nutrient values per serving: 154 calories, 7 g. fat, 20 g. carbohydrate, 11 g. sugar, 3 g. protein
Food Exchanges: ¼ fruit, 1 carbohydrate**, 1 fat
*If you have dietary restrictions, always check the ingredients list on packaged foods to make sure the various brands do not contain wheat.
** If you are using TOPS’ Food Exchange Cards, you may count any choice labeled “carbohydrate” as a starch for simplicity’s sake.
