Description
A rich yet healthy dessert that combines cottage cheese and dark chocolate, providing a protein boost while satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sweetener (honey or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: Fresh berries, whipped cream, or nuts
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler until smooth, then let cool slightly.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Add the melted chocolate to the blender and blend until fully combined.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to set.
- Add optional toppings before serving and enjoy!
Notes
For a vegan twist, use dairy-free chocolate chips and agave syrup as a sweetener. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cottage cheese mousse, chocolate mousse, healthy dessert, protein dessert, quick dessert