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A close-up of a glass dish filled with creamy Easy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Easy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse – Protein-Packed Treat

This easy cottage cheese chocolate mousse is a protein-packed dessert that tastes indulgent but is healthy. It's perfect for a post-workout treat or a guilt-free sweet craving.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 191
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 1.5 cups cottage cheese
  • 0.33 cup maple syrup
  • 0.25 cup cocoa powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons protein powder optional
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • High-speed blender or food processor

Method
 

  1. In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, protein powder (if using), and salt.
  2. Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure everything is well combined.
  3. Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness or cocoa powder amount if desired.
  4. Serve the chocolate mousse immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for about an hour to allow it to set and thicken.
  5. Once chilled, enjoy the mousse or top it with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, shaved chocolate, or chopped nuts.

Nutrition

Calories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 16gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 262mgPotassium: 246mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 129IUCalcium: 124mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the smoothest texture, use a high-powered blender or food processor. If you use Greek yogurt, a hand mixer also works. Adjust the maple syrup to your taste. For a firmer texture, chill for at least an hour.

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