Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse (Print-Friendly)

A creamy blend of cottage cheese, dark chocolate, and chia seeds for a smooth, protein-rich dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups cottage cheese, full-fat or low-fat
02 - 3 tablespoons high-quality cocoa powder
03 - 2 tablespoons melted dark chocolate, minimum 90% cocoa
04 - 1/4 cup syrup, honey, or sweetener of choice
05 - 1/4 cup chia seeds

→ Toppings

06 - Chopped dark chocolate, optional
07 - Chocolate chips, optional
08 - Fresh berries such as raspberries, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Add cottage cheese, cocoa powder, melted dark chocolate, syrup or sweetener, and chia seeds to a blender or food processor.
02 - Blend for approximately 2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and light. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
03 - Divide the mousse evenly among 4 small cups or ramekins.
04 - Top each portion with your choice of chopped dark chocolate, chocolate chips, or fresh berries.
05 - Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours until set and mousse-like in texture.
06 - Remove from refrigerator and serve cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High-protein content (15g per serving) makes it a satisfying snack or dessert.
  • Gluten-free, vegetarian, and easily adaptable for dairy-free diets.
  • Requires only 5 minutes of active preparation time.
  • A rich chocolate flavor that satisfies cravings without the guilt.
02 -
  • Chia seeds act as a natural thickener and add beneficial fiber, but they can be omitted if you prefer a softer, pudding-like texture.
  • Always check labels on your chocolate if you have nut or soy allergies, as some brands may contain traces.
  • The 3-hour chilling time is essential for the chia seeds to hydrate and the mousse to reach its peak consistency.
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