Quick Description
A decadent, creamy chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese or Greek yogurt and protein powder. It’s the perfect dessert or snack for when chocolate cravings hit but you still want to keep it high-protein and macro-friendly.
Servings & Timing
- Servings: 2–3
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time (optional): 30 minutes
- Total Time: 5–35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt for smoother texture)
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (whey, casein, or plant-based)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened, for richer flavor)
- 2 tbsp nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 1–2 tbsp sweetener of choice (maple syrup, honey, or sugar-free option)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional, enhances chocolate flavor)
Optional Toppings
- Shaved dark chocolate
- Cocoa nibs or mini chocolate chips
- Fresh strawberries or raspberries
- Whipped cream (regular or sugar-free)
Instructions
- Blend Base: Add cottage cheese, protein powder, cocoa powder, nut butter, sweetener, vanilla, and salt into a blender or food processor.
- Process Until Smooth: Blend for 1–2 minutes until mousse is thick, fluffy, and creamy.
- Taste & Adjust: Add more sweetener if desired, or a splash of milk if too thick.
- Chill (Optional): Refrigerate for 30 minutes for a firmer mousse.
- Serve: Spoon into cups and top with chocolate shavings or berries.
Notes
- Texture Tip: Using casein protein will make the mousse extra thick and pudding-like.
- Low-Fat Option: Swap nut butter for powdered peanut butter.
- Meal Prep: Store in jars in the fridge for up to 3 days for grab-and-go desserts.
Dietary Info
- High-Protein (20–25g per serving depending on protein powder)
- Gluten-Free
- Keto/Low-Carb with sugar-free sweetener
