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Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
A creamy, protein-packed chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese, perfect for a healthy dessert treat.
Ingredients
Dairy
- 1 cup full fat cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey Adjust sweetness as desired
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon milk or almond milk (optional) for blending if needed
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, and sweetener to a blender.
- Blend until smooth, adding milk if needed to help blend.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for a thicker texture.
Notes
This mousse is a healthy alternative to traditional chocolate desserts, rich in protein and low in added sugars.