Name: High Protein Chocolate Mousse with Cottage Cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or 2%); 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (or 2–3 to taste); 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 pinch sea salt; 2 tablespoons milk or plant-based milk (optional, for blending); Toppings: whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings, fresh raspberries

Description

Looking for a high-protein dessert that tastes like a guilty pleasure but fuels your body with goodness? This High Protein Chocolate Mousse with Cottage Cheese is your new go-to. Rich, velvety, and deeply chocolatey, it’s blended to perfection using cottage cheese for a silky texture and an impressive protein boost. Whether you’re after easy dessert ideas, healthy snack options, or quick high-protein treats, this mousse checks every box. Ideal for breakfast ideas, post-workout fuel, or a smart low-carb dessert, it’s as simple as it is satisfying.

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or 2%)

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (or 2–3 to taste)

1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 pinch sea salt

2 tablespoons milk or plant-based milk (optional, for blending)

Toppings: whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings, fresh raspberries

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Instructions

1. Let the cottage cheese sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes to soften slightly.

2. Add cottage cheese, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla, and sea salt to a high-speed blender or food processor.

3. Blend on high for 1–2 minutes until completely smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed.

4. If the mixture is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk and blend again.

5. Spoon into ramekins or dessert glasses. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.

6. Before serving, top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and raspberries.

7. Serve cold and enjoy!

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest texture. Low-fat versions may be too watery.

High-quality cocoa powder makes a big difference—go for Dutch-processed if possible.

Chill the mousse for at least 30 minutes so it firms up and the flavors meld.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Blended (no-cook)
Cuisine: Healthy, High-Protein

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 160
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 20mg