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This 3 ingredient chocolate protein mousse satisfies your cravings for dessert without any guilt. Quick and easy, this protein chocolate mousse comes together in a blender in under 5 minutes. No need for protein powder!
Chocolate protein mousse without protein powder
Can you believe that this simple protein mousse has 29 grams of protein without protein powder?!
Well, it is what it is: chocolate protein mousse without protein powder. The secret ingredient in this recipe is cottage cheese. Cottage cheese is probably one of the best foods in the planet: low in calories, high in protein, healthy andp affordable. What is more, cottage cheese is so versatile that comes in very handy for many different recipes. Both sweet and savory.
Up until a year ago I was veeery skeptical about using cottage cheese for sweet recipes. But after making my low carb Syrniki protein pancakes, I quickly changed my mind. Needless to say, I became addicted to cottage cheese and now I have it with fruit, jam…and chocolate! Trust me, if you’ve never had cottage cheese in sweet recipes before, this is your sign to try it. Honestly, it’s a game changer!
The ingredients
This recipe is embarrassingly simple and minimalistic. You only need 3 ingredients to make chocolate protein mousse without protein powder:
- Cottage cheese: this chocolate protein mousse can be prepared with either full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese. Although both are great, the full-fat version will add a richer taste.
- Cocoa powder: use natural, unprocessed cocoa powder for a healthier protein mousse without added sugars.
- Preferred sweetener: for a sugar-free chocolate mousse, this recipe uses erythritol. You can replace it with any sweetener of your choice, such as maple syrup, honey, coconut sugar or brown sugar.
Besides these three main foods you are free to add some additional ingredients. From chocolate chips to fruit or whipped cream on top, the ways how you can customize this cottage cheese chocolate mousse are literally endless!
And if you have it, you can also blend in a scoop of protein powder and you’ll get a protein bomb! Whenever I make this recipe, for more protein and taste I like adding chocolate whey.
How to store cottage cheese chocolate mousse
After making this cottage cheese chocolate mousse, transfer to an airtight food container or cover with wrapping paper and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Before serving, remove from the fridge, add extra toppings if you wish and enjoy!
FAQ – Frequently asked questions
And if you still have question, keep on reading!
Which cottage cheese should I use? This 3 ingredient chocolate protein mousse recipe can be prepared with either full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese. Pick and choose the one you like the most, I prefer the full-fat option because it has more taste while still being low in calories.
How can I replace cottage cheese? If you don’t have or don’t like cottage cheese, you can replace it with Greek yogurt, Skyr, quark, a mix of yogurt and cream cheese, or even ricotta!
Can I make this cottage cheese chocolate mousse with protein powder? Of course, for more protein you can blend in a scoop of your favorite protein powder. I recommend whey because it mixes in very well, but also vegan protein powder or casein work. And in case your mousse is too thick after blending, fix it with a pour of milk.
How to make this recipe vegan? For a vegan chocolate protein mousse, all you have to do is replacing cottage cheese with a plant based alternative of your choice. However, keep in mind that the protein content of the chocolate mousse will be slightly lower.
Can I make cottage cheese chocolate mousse ahead? Definitely, after blending you can seal your protein chocolate mousse and store it in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days.
More easy protein desserts and snacks
- Blueberry cheesecake chia pudding
- 3 ingredient peanut butter protein balls
- Protein lava cake
- Healthy microwave cheesecake
- Chocolate protein pudding with Greek yogurt
3 Ingredient Protein Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients
- 220 g (1 cup) cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 to 3 tbsp preferred sweetener, to taste
Instructions
- Add to a blender cottage cheese, cocoa powder and preferred sweetener. Process until smooth and fluffy.
- Serve the protein chocolate mousse right away, or keep refrigerated for a maximum of 3 days before eating.
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