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Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
Quick cottage cheese chocolate mousse with rich chocolate and creamy texture.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 610kcal
Equipment
- Microwave safe bowl
- Food processor or high-speed blender
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Serving cups
- fine-mesh sieve optional, for straining cottage cheese
Ingredients
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese at room temperature
- 1 cup chopped dark chocolate 60–70%, or dark chocolate chips
- 3-4 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
- 1 cup heavy cream 120 ml, cold
Optional toppings
- Whipped cream, shaved chocolate, berries
Instructions
- Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth. Let it cool slightly for 2 to 3 minutes.
- In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine cottage cheese, melted chocolate, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 1 to 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides as needed.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate-cottage cheese mixture until fully combined and airy.
- Spoon into serving cups and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours until set.
- Top with your favorites: whipped cream, berries, a drizzle of chocolate, or flaky salt for contrast.
Nutrition
Calories: 610kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 357mg | Potassium: 514mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 1039IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 5mg