Simple Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
This rich, creamy, and surprisingly healthy chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Use high-quality for best texture.
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk (or any dairy-free alternative) Substitute with almond milk if dairy-free.
- A pinch salt
Garnish (optional)
- Chocolate shavings For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor.
- Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, milk, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend the ingredients on high speed until the mixture becomes completely smooth and creamy. You may need to pause and scrape down the sides to ensure everything blends evenly.
- Once you achieve a velvety texture, taste and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more honey or maple syrup.
- Pour the mousse mixture into individual serving bowls or glasses.
- Cover the bowls with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the mousse to set.
- Once chilled, remove from the refrigerator and garnish with chocolate shavings if desired.
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Notes
Serve cold in elegant dishes for presentation. Consider adding fresh fruits for added flavor and nutrition. This mousse stays fresh for up to three days when stored correctly in the refrigerator.