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A decadent serving of Easy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse topped with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and a mint leaf.

Easy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse – Protein-Packed Treat

This easy cottage cheese chocolate mousse is a protein-packed dessert that is both delicious and satisfying. It's a quick recipe perfect for health-conscious individuals and busy families.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Keto
Calories: 191
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 1.5 cups cottage cheese
  • 0.33 cup maple syrup
  • 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 to ensure everything is well combined.
  3. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or cocoa powder if desired.
  4. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about an hour to set and thicken.
  5. Once chilled, enjoy the mousse. You can top it with fresh berries, shaved chocolate, chopped nuts, or melted chocolate.

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 also works. Adjust sweetener to your taste. For a firmer texture, chill for at least an hour.

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