Description
A healthy and protein-rich chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese, perfect for dessert lovers of all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons chocolate protein powder
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (like honey or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or berries
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness if necessary.
- Transfer the mousse into serving bowls or cups.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve topped with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries if desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Do not add toppings until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: chocolate mousse, healthy dessert, protein dessert, cottage cheese dessert, guilt-free dessert