This healthier chocolate mousse is creamy, rich, and packed with protein and fiber. It’s a guilt-free treat that satisfies your sweet cravings!
π Ingredients:
1 cup cottage cheese (2% fat recommended)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder π«
2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey) π―
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract πΏ
2 teaspoons chia seeds
π©βπ³ Instructions:
Blend Ingredients:
Combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and chia seeds in a blender.
Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed, for about 30β45 seconds.
Chill the Mousse:
Transfer the blended mixture into a jar or serving cups.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the mousse to thicken.
Serve:
Top with crushed peanuts, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Enjoy this creamy, nutritious dessert!
π Tips:
Consistency: If the mousse feels too thick, add a splash of milk and blend again.
Sweetness: Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup or your preferred sweetener.
Thicker Texture: For a firmer mousse, chill longer to allow the chia seeds to fully thicken the mixture.
Enjoy this Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse as a quick, healthy dessert thatβs as delicious as it is nutritious!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 2 servings
Creamy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Diet: Low Fat
Description
Indulge in this creamy, rich, and healthier Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse! Packed with protein, fiber, and chocolatey goodness, this guilt-free dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (2% fat recommended)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder π«
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey) π―
- ΒΌ teaspoon vanilla extract πΏ
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients:
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and chia seeds.
- Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed, for about 30β45 seconds.
- Chill the Mousse:
- Transfer the blended mixture into a jar or serving cups.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the mousse to thicken.
- Serve:
- Top with crushed peanuts, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
- Enjoy this creamy, nutritious dessert!
Notes
- Consistency: If the mousse feels too thick, add a splash of milk and blend again.
- Sweetness: Adjust the sweetness by adding more maple syrup or your preferred sweetener.
- Thicker Texture: Chill longer to allow the chia seeds to fully thicken the mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American