Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
A rich, creamy, and protein-packed chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese. This easy, healthy dessert is smooth, indulgent, and perfect for chocolate lovers.
Equipment
- Blender
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Mousse Base
- 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat for creamier texture
- 2 oz dark chocolate 70% cocoa or higher, melted
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder unsweetened
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup for sweetness
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt to balance flavors
Instructions
- Blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth in a blender or food processor.
- Melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals.
- Add the melted chocolate, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and salt to the blended cottage cheese.
- Blend again until the mixture is silky smooth.
- Transfer the mousse into serving glasses or bowls.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish with fresh berries, whipped cream, or shaved chocolate before serving.
Notes
For a vegan option, replace cottage cheese with blended silken tofu. Adjust sweetness to taste.