Mocha Mint Fat Bombs
Rich chocolate-cocoa bombs with a refreshing peppermint finish, perfect for curbing sweet cravings without a single net carb. This keto recipe (low-carb), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs coconut oil, unsweetened cocoa powder, cream cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 95 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon erythritol
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- pinch sea salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, melt 1/4 cup coconut oil in the microwave for 45 seconds until completely liquid, then let cool for 2 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 ounces softened cream cheese, 1 tablespoon erythritol, 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract, and a pinch of sea salt to the melted coconut oil. Whisk vigorously for 2 minutes until smooth and glossy.
- Step 3: Pour the mixture into a silicone muffin tin, filling each cavity 3/4 full. Refrigerate uncovered for 45 minutes until firm and no longer sticky to the touch.
