Cottage Cheese Mousse (High Protein)

Chocolate cottage cheese mousse in a glass serving dish topped with a hard chocolate shell and sea salt.

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Cottage Cheese Mousse (High Protein)

This creamy Cottage Cheese Mousse is the perfect protein-packed dessert and it only requires 5 minutes of prep time. All you need to do is whip the cottage cheese with maple syrup and cacao powder to make it creamy, fluffy, and slightly sweet. Top it with a chocolate magic shell and a pinch of sea salt for the ultimate dessert.

Prep Time5

Chill Time2

Total Time2 5

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 339kcal

Author: Nadia

Ingredients

1 cup Cottage Cheese full-fat or low-fat
¼ cup Cacao Powder
3 tablespoon Maple Syrup
¼ cup Chocolate Chips use more for a thicker magic shell layer.

Instructions

In a high speed blender, food processor, or using an immersion blender combine the cottage cheese, cacao powder, and maple syrup.
1 cup Cottage Cheese, ¼ cup Cacao Powder, 3 tablespoon Maple Syrup
Blend the cottage cheese mixture smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Divide the chocolate mousse into serving glasses or bowls.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set.
Once the mousse has set, fill a medium-sized pot with 2-3 inches of water, and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Place a heat-proof bowl over the pot, ensuring that the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Add the chocolate chips to the bowl and stir until melted.
¼ cup Chocolate Chips
Pour the melted chocolate over the top of each mousse and spread the chocolate out so the top of the mouse is covered with a layer of melted chocolate. Sprinkle a pinch of flakey sea salt on top.
Place the mousse back in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or until the chocolate shell hardens.

Notes

Expert Tips For Success

Quality Matters: For best results, use a high-quality full-fat cottage cheese. This will provide the best taste, consistency, and texture.
Whip It Up Well: The secret to a smooth, creamy mousse is blending the cottage cheese thoroughly. Don’t rush this step.
Make It Ahead of Time: This high-protein mousse is a great make-ahead dessert. Prepare it in advance and store it in the fridge for a hassle-free treat when you need it.

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