Gluten-Free Low-Carb Cinnamon Roll Mousse
This creamy no-bake mousse captures all the warm, spiced flavors of cinnamon rolls without the carbs. Made with whipped cream cheese, cashew butter, and sugar-free sweetener, it delivers indulgent satisfaction in just minutes. The coconut butter drizzle adds richness while keeping the dessert keto-friendly. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings on low-carb diets or as an elegant individual dessert. The mousse sets quickly and can be made ahead for easy entertaining.
Ingredients
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened full-fat
- ¼ cup powdered Swerve or Erythritol
- 2 tbsp cashew butter or almond butter, unsalted
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla extract, sugar-free
- 2 tbsp coconut butteralmond butter1:1ketolow-carb
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- 1 tbsp powdered Swerve or Erythritol
- 1 tsp coconut oil, virgin
Instructions
- 1
Mix heavy cream and cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth
- 2
Add sweetener, cashew butter, cinnamon, and vanilla extract and stir to combine
- 3
Mix drizzle ingredients in a small bowl and microwave for 10 seconds until syrupy
- 4
Divide mousse between 4 small serving jars
- 5
Top with drizzle
- 6
Dust with additional cinnamon and serve
Tips
Adjust sweetener to taste preference as tolerance varies with different sugar-free sweeteners
Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for the smoothest texture without lumps
Chill mousse for 30 minutes before serving for firmer consistency if desired
Good to Know
Store in refrigerator for up to 5 days in covered containers
Can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored covered in refrigerator
Serve chilled in individual jars or glasses
Common Mistakes
Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps in the mousse
Don't overheat coconut drizzle or it will become too thick
Taste and adjust sweetener before serving as preferences vary
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I make this dairy-free?
Substitute coconut cream for heavy cream and use dairy-free cream cheese alternative, though texture may be slightly different.
What if I don't have coconut butter for the drizzle?
Use melted coconut oil mixed with powdered sweetener, or skip the drizzle entirely and dust with extra cinnamon.
How long will this keep in the refrigerator?
The mousse stays fresh for up to 5 days when stored covered in the refrigerator.