Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse is a creamy, protein-packed dessert that combines the richness of full-fat cottage cheese with natural peanut butter and a hint of vanilla. Sweetened with maple syrup or a sugar-free alternative, this mousse is smooth, satisfying, and topped with a decadent dark chocolate drizzle and crunchy chopped peanuts for the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Mousse
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat for the creamiest texture)
- ¼ cup peanut butter (natural, no sugar added)
- 2 tbsp sweetener (maple syrup, or a sugar-free alternative like allulose or Monk fruit)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp milk or heavy cream (if needed)
Topping
- 2 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Chopped peanuts (for garnish)
Instructions
- Blend the base ingredients: Add the cottage cheese, peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt into a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend for 30–60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency: If the mousse is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream and blend again until you achieve your desired creamy texture.
- Chill the mousse: Transfer the mousse to a bowl and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes. This chilling step helps the mixture firm up and allows the flavors to meld together.
- Melt the chocolate topping: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together using 20-second bursts. Stir between each interval until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Assemble and serve: Divide the chilled mousse into serving bowls or jars. Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the top and sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest mousse texture.
- To keep it sugar-free, use a sugar-free sweetener like Monk fruit or allulose instead of maple syrup.
- If you prefer a thinner mousse, adjust milk or cream to your liking.
- Dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa works best for a rich flavor.
- Chilling the mousse is essential for texture and flavor development.
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Mousse, Peanut Butter Dessert, Healthy Mousse, Protein Dessert, Low Sugar Dessert
