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A decadent serving of easy cottage cheese chocolate mousse topped with whipped cream, fresh raspberries, and chocolate shavings.

Easy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse – Protein-Packed Treat

This easy cottage cheese chocolate mousse is a protein-packed dessert that is both delicious and healthy. It's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising on your health goals.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 191

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 1.5 cups cottage cheese
  • 0.33 cup maple syrup or other sweetener to taste
  • 0.25 cup cocoa powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons protein powder optional
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • High-speed blender or food processor

Method
 

  1. In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, protein powder (if using), and salt.
  2. Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  3. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or cocoa powder if desired.
  4. Serve immediately or chill for about an hour to set and thicken.
  5. Enjoy as is or top with berries, shaved chocolate, or nuts.

Nutrition

Calories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 16gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 262mgPotassium: 246mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 129IUCalcium: 124mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the smoothest texture, use a high-powered blender or food processor. If using Greek yogurt, a hand mixer works well. Adjust sweeteners to your preference. For a firmer mousse, chill for at least an hour.

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