Description
This Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse is a creamy, protein-packed dessert that combines the richness of full-fat cottage cheese with natural peanut butter and a touch of sweetness. Blended smooth and topped with dark chocolate and chopped peanuts, it offers a deliciously satisfying treat that’s quick to prepare and perfect for a healthy snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mousse
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter, no sugar added
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or a sugar-free sweetener like allulose or Monk fruit
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt (optional)
- 1-2 tbsp milk or heavy cream (if needed to adjust texture)
Optional Toppings
- 2 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Chopped peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Add the cottage cheese, peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt into a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Texture: If the mousse is too thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream and blend again until you reach your desired creamy texture.
- Chill: Transfer the mousse into a bowl and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes. This step helps the mousse firm up and allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Melt Chocolate: In a small bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips together with coconut oil in the microwave using 20-second intervals. Stir between intervals until the chocolate mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Serve and Garnish: Divide the chilled mousse into serving bowls or jars. Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the top and sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based cheese or silken tofu.
- Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount or type of sweetener to suit your taste and dietary needs.
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugar or oils for the healthiest option.
- Chilling the mousse enhances its texture but can be skipped if you prefer a softer mousse.
- The optional toppings add texture and extra flavor but the mousse is delicious on its own.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 recipe (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
