4-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse Recipe
This 4-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse is a quick, creamy, and protein-packed dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a silky, rich treat. Combining the tangy creaminess of cottage cheese with deep cocoa flavor, sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, and rounded off with vanilla extract, this mousse is a healthier alternative to traditional chocolate desserts. Perfect for a guilt-free indulgence that comes together in minutes with no baking required.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5-35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp dark cocoa powder
- 2–3 tbsp maple syrup or honey (adjust for sweetness)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Shaved chocolate
- Berries (such as raspberries or strawberries)
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Blend it up. Combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture transforms into a smooth, silky mousse-like consistency.
- Scrape and smooth. Stop the blender, scrape down the sides to incorporate any stuck cocoa powder, and blend again until the texture is evenly smooth and creamy, ready to serve.
- Chill (optional). For a thicker, more mousse-like texture, refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve it up. Spoon the mousse into serving cups and garnish with optional toppings such as shaved chocolate, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream for added flavor and presentation. Enjoy immediately or chilled.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness to your taste by adding more or less maple syrup or honey.
- Using a high-speed blender or food processor provides the smoothest texture.
- Chilling the mousse enhances thickness but is not necessary if you’re short on time.
- For a sugar-free version, substitute maple syrup or honey with a sugar-free sweetener like erythritol or stevia.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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