Protein-Packed Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse 3 Ways
Enjoy a delicious and protein-packed chocolate cottage cheese mousse. This healthy dessert is quick to make and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blender/Food Processor
- Cuisine: Modern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g (1 cup) cottage cheese
- 50g (1/2 cup) cocoa powder
- 50g (1/4 cup) maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: milk or water for thinning
Instructions
- Combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk or water at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use good quality cocoa powder.
- You can top with berries, nuts, or a sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings.
- Ensure your cottage cheese is well-drained if it has a lot of liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 kcal (will vary based on sweetener)
- Sugar: Approx. 20-25g (will vary based on sweetener)
- Sodium: Approx. 300mg
- Fat: Approx. 8-10g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 4-5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 4-5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 25-30g
- Fiber: Approx. 8-10g
- Protein: Approx. 20-25g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 50mg