Description
This Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse is a creamy, protein-packed dessert that’s both indulgent and nutritious. Made with full-fat cottage cheese and natural peanut butter, it’s sweetened with maple syrup or a sugar-free alternative, blended until smooth, and topped with a luscious dark chocolate drizzle and crunchy chopped peanuts. Perfect for a quick, satisfying treat that combines rich flavors with a light, airy texture.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter, no sugar added
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or sugar-free alternative like allulose or monk fruit
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt (optional)
- 1-2 tbsp milk or heavy cream (if needed for consistency)
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 to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend for 30–60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mousse is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream and blend again until the mousse reaches your desired smooth and fluffy texture.
- Chill the Mousse: Transfer the mousse to a bowl and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes. This chilling step helps the mousse firm up slightly and allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Melt Chocolate Topping: In a small bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips with the coconut oil in the microwave using 20-second bursts, stirring in between until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Serve: Divide the mousse evenly into serving bowls or jars. Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the top and sprinkle with chopped peanuts for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Using full-fat cottage cheese gives the mousse a creamier, richer texture.
- Natural peanut butter without added sugar keeps the mousse healthier and less sweet.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference by choosing your preferred sweetener or amount.
- The mousse can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For a dairy-free option, use a plant-based cottage cheese alternative and a dairy-free milk or cream substitute.
- To enhance the chocolate topping, add a pinch of sea salt or a drop of vanilla extract to the melted chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (half recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
