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Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

This 3 ingredient Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse will satisfy your sweet tooth with benefits. Made in a blender in 2 minutes, it's perfect as a post workout snack or as a late-night dessert. Rich, creamy and with over 29 g of protein. No protein powder!
5 minTotal
1serving
  • 298 kcal
  • P 29g
  • C 15g
  • F 12g
https://mattsfitchef.com/3-ingredient-chocolate-protein-mousse/

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (220 g) cottage cheese 4% fat or full fat recommended
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1 to 3 tbsp maple syrup or preferred sweetener, to taste

Instructions

  1. Add to a high speed blender or food processor cottage cheese, cocoa powder and maple syrup.
    Blender cup filled with cottage cheese and cocoa powder, ready to be blended for homemade high-protein chocolate dessert.
  2. Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until it reaches a smooth and creamy texture. If necessary, scrape down sides with the help of a spatula and then blend again.
    Blending cottage cheese with cocoa powder and maple syrup.
  3. Taste and adjust with more maple syrup, if necessary.
  4. Using a spatula, scoop the cottage cheese mousse out of the blender and transfer it into a serving glass, bowl or airtight container.
  5. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving for the best texture, or enjoy immediately.

Notes

Storage

  • To store: Store in an airtight container or mason jar for up to 2 days. Before serving, give it a quick stir to bring back the creamy texture.
  • To freeze: While possible, freezing is not ideal as it may alter the texture. If freezing, portion into small airtight containers and store for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge and blend briefly before serving.

Dietary Adaptations

  • Higher protein: Add a scoop of protein powder (vanilla or chocolate works best) and adjust with a splash of milk if needed.
  • Keto: Use unsweetened cocoa powder and a sugar-free sweetener like monk fruit, erythritol, or a touch of stevia.
  • Dairy-Free & Vegan: Swap cottage cheese for a dairy-free version and use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Lactose-Free: Use lactose-free cottage cheese or a plant-based alternative.
  • Low-Calorie: Opt for nonfat cottage cheese and sweeten with a zero-calorie sweetener like erythritol or monk fruit.