Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup honey or sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional, for extra fluffiness)
- Chocolate shavings or chocolate chips for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Blend the mousse base
In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, honey or sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
Blend until smooth and creamy. -
Adjust sweetness
Taste and adjust sweetness or flavor as needed, adding more honey or cocoa if desired. -
Whip the cream (optional)
If you want a lighter texture, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and gently fold it into the cottage cheese mixture. -
Chill
Spoon the mousse into individual serving cups or a large serving dish.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set. -
Garnish & serve
Garnish with chocolate shavings or chocolate chips, if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Additional Notes
- Sweetness Tip: Adjust the sweetness based on your preference. You can use stevia or maple syrup for a different sweetener option.
- Creaminess: Whipping the cream creates a lighter, fluffier texture for the mousse.
- Chocolate Variations: Top with mini chocolate chips or drizzle with melted dark chocolate for extra indulgence.
Storage & Meal Prep
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Variations
- Vegan: Use plant-based yogurt or silken tofu as a base instead of cottage cheese.
- Flavor Twist: Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder for extra flavor complexity.
