Description
This rich and creamy Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse is a healthier dessert option that combines the smooth texture of cottage cheese with the deep flavor of cocoa. Sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup and infused with vanilla, this mousse is an easy-to-make, protein-packed treat that requires no baking and only a short chilling time.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Transfer to Serving Dishes: Spoon the mousse evenly into individual serving cups or bowls, ensuring a neat presentation.
- Chill the Mousse: Place the mousse dishes in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour. This helps meld the flavors and firms up the texture for the perfect mousse consistency.
- Serve & Enjoy: Optionally, top the mousse with fresh berries, dark chocolate shavings, or a dollop of whipped cream before serving to enhance flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamier texture and richer flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup according to taste.
- For a vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with a vegan alternative like silken tofu and use maple syrup as the sweetener.
- To enhance chocolate flavor, sift the cocoa powder before blending to avoid lumps.
- The mousse can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; fresh toppings should be added just before serving.
