Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

High-protein Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse is a creamy, healthy dessert made with cocoa, maple syrup, and vanilla, ready in just 5 minutes.

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

» For Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

• 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (plus more for dusting)
• 4-5 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Chopped hazelnuts and pomegranate or berries for topping (optional)

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

» How to Make Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

1. In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup, if needed.
2. Divide the mousse into serving bowls. Enjoy right away, or chill it in the refrigerator. To chill, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Dust with cocoa powder and top with toasted chopped hazelnuts and fresh berries or pomegranate arils. Enjoy a perfect, guilt-free treat.

RECIPE NOTES

1. For a smooth and creamy texture, make sure to use a high-speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
2. Before chilling, taste for sweetness and feel free to add more if you like it sweeter.