Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
Creamy, chocolatey, high-protein, and incredibly easy!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup, honey, or sugar-free sweetener
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk, as needed
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: chocolate shavings or berries for topping
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla, and salt to a blender.
- Blend for 1–2 minutes until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach a mousse-like consistency.
- Taste and adjust sweetness.
- Spoon into small serving glasses or bowls.
- Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes for the best texture.
- Top with chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, or fresh berries.
Tip: For an extra-rich chocolate flavor, add 1–2 tablespoons melted dark chocolate before blending.
Approximate protein: 20–25g per serving, depending on the cottage cheese and serving size.