Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse
A rich, creamy, protein-packed dessert made with blended cottage cheese, peanut butter, and cocoa for a lighter yet indulgent chocolate treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: chocolate chips or chopped peanuts for topping
Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese, peanut butter, cocoa powder, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and salt to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
- Spoon the mousse into serving bowls or glasses.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
- Top with chocolate chips or chopped peanuts before serving if desired.
Notes
- For extra protein, add a scoop of chocolate protein powder before blending.
- Swap peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor variation.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If the mousse firms up too much, stir briefly before serving to restore creaminess.
- Can be frozen for a firmer, ice-cream-like texture; let sit a few minutes before eating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 recipe
- Calories: 269 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
