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Creamy High-Protein Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

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A creamy, rich, and high-protein chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese for a smooth, indulgent, and healthy dessert that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat, small-curd preferred)
  • ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (45 g) dark chocolate chips or chunks (optional)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Drain the cottage cheese in a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined strainer for about 10 minutes to remove excess liquid.
  2. Transfer the drained cottage cheese into a high-speed blender or food processor.
  3. Add unsweetened cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. If using, add Greek yogurt.
  4. Blend on high speed for about 2 minutes until the mixture is silky smooth.
  5. Stop blending, scrape down the sides with a spatula, and taste the mousse. Add more sweetener if desired and blend briefly again.
  6. Fold in dark chocolate chips or chunks if using, avoiding further blending to keep chunks intact.
  7. Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and set.
  8. Serve chilled, optionally garnished with fresh berries, a sprinkle of cocoa powder, or a sprig of mint.

Notes

Drain cottage cheese to avoid watery mousse. Blend until smooth but avoid overheating. Use full-fat cottage cheese for creamier texture. Sweetener can be adjusted or substituted with natural low-carb options. Optional add-ins include chocolate chunks, nuts, or spices. Chill at least 1 hour before serving. Stir in a tablespoon of milk if mousse is too thick after chilling.

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