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A white ceramic bowl filled with High Protein Chocolate Mousse on a grey stone countertop.

High Protein Chocolate Mousse: The Ultimate Whipped Cottage Cheese Dessert

This thick and velvety High Protein Chocolate Mousse uses blended cottage cheese to create a decadent, airy dessert. Topped with dark chocolate chips, it is a guilt-free, high-protein treat that satisfies any chocolate craving instantly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Desserts, Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Mousse Ingredients
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese 4% milkfat recommended (450g)
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed (25g)
  • 3 tbsp Maple Syrup Or honey (45ml)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure extract (5ml)
  • 1/8 tsp Sea Salt A small pinch
  • 2 tbsp Dark Chocolate Chips For garnish (30g)

Equipment

  • 1 High-speed blender Ensures the cottage cheese becomes perfectly smooth.
  • 2 Small White Ceramic Bowls For serving and chilling.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt in a high-speed blender. Process for 60-90 seconds until completely smooth and velvety.
  2. Pour the mixture into two small white ceramic bowls. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set and develop air bubbles.
  3. Top with dark chocolate chips and serve with a silver spoon.

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese for the thickest texture.
Blend longer than you think to remove all curd graininess.