Save A creamy indulgent chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese for an extra protein boost—no baking required! Perfect for a quick nutritious dessert or post-workout treat.
I first tried replacing heavy cream with cottage cheese to lighten up mousse for my family. The result was surprisingly rich creamy and everyone loved the extra boost of protein without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
- Cottage cheese: 1 1/2 cups (350 g) full-fat or low-fat
- Greek yogurt: 1/2 cup (120 ml) plain unsweetened
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/3 cup (35 g)
- Dark chocolate chips: 1/4 cup (40 g) melted optional for extra richness
- Honey or maple syrup: 3 tbsp (45 ml) to taste
- Pure vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Sea salt: Pinch
- Fresh berries: for topping optional
- Shaved dark chocolate: for topping optional
- Chopped nuts: for topping optional
Instructions
- Blend ingredients:
- In a food processor or high-speed blender combine cottage cheese Greek yogurt cocoa powder honey or maple syrup vanilla extract and sea salt.
- Make smooth:
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add chocolate:
- If using drizzle in the melted dark chocolate and blend again until fully incorporated.
- Adjust sweetness:
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Portion mousse:
- Spoon the mousse into cups or bowls and smooth the tops.
- Chill:
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.
- Add toppings:
- Before serving top with berries shaved chocolate or nuts as desired.
Save My kids always ask for this chocolate mousse after their soccer practice because it feels like a treat but also gives them a good dose of protein. I love sharing this easy dessert at family dinners.
Required Tools
Food processor or high-speed blender spatula cups or bowls for serving
Allergen Information
Contains dairy milk May include traces of nuts if using nuts or certain chocolate chips Check labels if you are sensitive to allergens
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 180 calories 6 g fat 18 g carbohydrates 15 g protein
Save This easy mousse is perfect as a weeknight dessert or a post-workout satisfyingly sweet treat. Chill thoroughly for the best creamy texture.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?
Yes, low-fat cottage cheese works well and keeps the mousse lighter while maintaining creaminess.
- → How do I achieve a smooth texture?
Blend the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and cocoa powder thoroughly in a food processor or high-speed blender until fully smooth.
- → Can I substitute sweeteners?
Honey or maple syrup are recommended, but you can adjust sweetness to taste or use preferred natural sweeteners.
- → Is chilling necessary?
Chilling for at least an hour helps the mousse set and enhances its creamy texture.
- → What toppings complement this mousse?
Fresh berries, shaved dark chocolate, and chopped nuts add texture and flavor contrast, enhancing the dessert experience.
- → Can this be made vegan?
Yes, use dairy-free cottage cheese and yogurt alternatives, along with maple syrup to keep it plant-based.