Description
This High Protein Chocolate Mousse with Cottage Cheese is creamy, rich, and unbelievably satisfying—without the guilt. It’s a delicious, no-bake dessert packed with protein and naturally sweetened. Perfect for meal prep, post-dinner treats, or anytime you crave chocolate with benefits.
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or 2%)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons milk (optional, to thin)
Optional toppings: whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings, berries, sea salt
Instructions
1. Add the cottage cheese to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
2. Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend again until fully mixed and rich in texture. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
3. If the mousse is too thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk and blend to loosen it.
4. Spoon the mousse into serving cups or jars and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
5. Before serving, top with your favorite garnishes like whipped cream, dark chocolate, or berries.
Notes
Blending is key—take time to get the cottage cheese completely smooth.
Use high-quality cocoa powder for a deeper chocolate flavor.
This mousse thickens more as it chills, so prepare it in advance for best texture.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Healthy, High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 17
- Cholesterol: 20