🍫 Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
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1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (for creamiest texture)
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2–3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
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2–3 tbsp maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: 1–2 tbsp melted dark chocolate (for deeper flavor)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Blend Until Silky Smooth
Add everything to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Blend 1–2 minutes until completely smooth — no curds visible.
👉 Scrape down sides and blend again if needed.
2️⃣ Chill
Refrigerate at least 30–60 minutes to thicken and deepen flavor.
3️⃣ Serve
Spoon into small bowls and top with:
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Fresh berries
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Dark chocolate shavings
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Crushed nuts
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A dollop of whipped cream
💪 Nutrition Per Serving (Approximate)
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15–20g protein
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Lower sugar than traditional mousse
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Naturally filling
🔥 Flavor Variations
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Mocha: Add ½ tsp instant espresso powder
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Peanut Butter: Blend in 1 tbsp peanut butter
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Protein Boost: Add 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
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Dairy-Free: Use thick coconut yogurt instead of cottage cheese
💡 Pro Tips
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Full-fat cottage cheese blends smoother than low-fat.
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If slightly grainy, blend longer or add 1–2 tbsp milk.
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Best eaten within 3 days (refrigerated).
If you’d like, I can also give you a 3-ingredient ultra-simple version or a version that tastes almost like chocolate cheesecake. 🍫