Can I eat chocolate mousse when pregnant?
AvoidHome-made or restaurantClassic mousse is made with raw egg, which can carry Salmonella.
SafePackaged, from the fridgeMade with pasteurised ingredients. Keep it in the fridge.
Chocolate mousse for other situations
BreastfeedingNo Listeria concern for breastfeeding. Usual food safety applies.Safe
VegetarianFine for a vegetarian diet.Safe
VeganContains egg and dairy, which isn't vegan.Avoid
CoeliacNaturally gluten-free.Safe
Milk allergyContains milk.Avoid
Peanut allergyNo peanut listed.Safe
Gestational diabetesHigh in sugar.Avoid
MAOIsNo known concern for MAOIs.Safe
Perimenopause or menopauseNothing here is a known hot-flush trigger.Safe
Babies (under 1)Raw or runny egg can carry Salmonella. Cook eggs until the yolk and white are firm.Avoid
Toddlers (1 to 4)Raw or runny egg can carry Salmonella. Cook eggs until the yolk and white are firm.Avoid
Low-FODMAPNo known concern for a low-FODMAP diet.Safe
Questions people ask
Is chocolate mousse safe in pregnancy?
Home-made or restaurant: Avoid. Classic mousse is made with raw egg, which can carry Salmonella. Packaged, from the fridge: Safe. Nothing in this food is a known pregnancy risk.