Light & Creamy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse You’ll Love

Indulge in this protein-packed Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse, a no-bake dessert that’s both delightful and nutritious.

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Prep Time 10

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Mousse

1 cup Cottage Cheese or Greek yogurt for a thicker base
1/4 cup Maple Syrup or honey/agave syrup as alternatives
1/4 cup Cocoa Powder use Dutch-processed for a deeper taste
2 tablespoons Chia Seeds optional
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure vanilla for best results

Optional Toppings

1 cup Whipped Cream or coconut whipped cream for dairy-free
1/4 cup Chocolate Shavings use good quality dark chocolate
1 cup Fresh Fruit like berries or bananas

Equipment

high-speed blender
serving glasses

Method

Steps

Blend Ingredients Together: In a high-speed blender, combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, chia seeds, and vanilla extract. Blend on medium to high speed for 30-60 seconds until smooth.
Taste and Adjust: Check the sweetness and chocolate intensity. Add more maple syrup or cocoa if desired and blend again briefly.
Transfer to Serving Glasses: Pour the mixture into individual glasses, leaving space for toppings.
Chill to Set: Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the mousse to set properly.
Add Finishing Touches: Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and fresh fruit before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dessert is gluten-free and refined sugar-free. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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