Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse – High-Protein, Guilt-Free Dessert You’ll Love!
Looking for a dessert that’s creamy, chocolatey, satisfying, and healthy? This Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse is the answer. It’s packed with protein, naturally sweetened, and comes together in minutes — no baking, no complicated steps, and no guilt. Whether you’re on a fitness journey, watching your sugar intake, or just craving something indulgent yet smart, this mousse is about to become your go-to treat!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Protein-Packed: With cottage cheese as the base, each serving is full of muscle-loving protein.
- Low Sugar, Big Flavor: Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, you control the sweetness.
- No Heavy Cream or Eggs: Unlike traditional mousse, this recipe is light, simple, and no whipping required!
- Blender-Friendly: Just toss everything in and blend — that’s it.
- Keto & Diabetic-Friendly Options: Easily swap in low-carb sweeteners like erythritol or stevia.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Blender
In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, milk, and a pinch of salt. - Blend Until Smooth
Blend everything for 1–2 minutes, or until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth with no lumps. - Taste and Adjust
Taste the mousse — if you’d like it sweeter, add a little more syrup or honey. - Chill the Mousse
Pour the mixture into small serving glasses or bowls. Place them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set and chill. - Garnish and Serve
Before serving, top with dark chocolate shavings, berries, or your favorite toppings. Enjoy chilled!
Step-by-Step Directions
1. Prep the Cottage Cheese
Let the cottage cheese sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes — it blends more easily when not ice cold.
2. Blend the Mousse
Add the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, sweetener of choice, vanilla extract, milk, and a pinch of salt into a high-speed blender or food processor.
3. Blend Until Smooth
Process for 1–2 minutes until the mixture becomes completely smooth and mousse-like. Scrape the sides if needed.
Pro Tip: Want an ultra-smooth mousse? Press the final mix through a fine-mesh strainer or blend a second time!
4. Taste and Adjust
Give it a taste. Need it sweeter? Add a bit more syrup or a Medjool date for a natural boost.
5. Chill
Spoon the mousse into serving bowls or glasses. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes — this helps it firm up and enhances the flavor.
6. Garnish and Serve
Top with chocolate shavings, cocoa nibs, or fresh berries. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Time Breakdown
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Chill time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 40 minutes
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~160 kcal
- Protein: ~12g
- Carbs: ~14g
- Fat: ~6g
(Values vary based on brand and milk type used)
Tips & Customizations
- Use Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese for a tangier version.
- Add frozen banana or avocado for a thicker, more pudding-like texture.
- Make it a frozen mousse by freezing for 1–2 hours before serving.
- Boost the flavor with a pinch of instant coffee for mocha vibes.
More High-Protein Dessert Ideas
- Avocado Chocolate Mousse
- Greek Yogurt Peanut Butter Cups
- No-Bake Protein Brownie Bites
- Chocolate Chia Protein Pudding Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie