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Chocolate Mousse with Cottage Cheese

A light and creamy chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese for a healthier twist on a classic dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mousse Base
  • 1 cup cottage cheese preferably low-fat
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk any type of milk
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate melted
Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons whipped cream optional
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate shavings for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh berries for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Mousse
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and milk.
  2. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in the melted dark chocolate until fully incorporated.
  4. Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
Serve
  1. Top each mousse with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and fresh berries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate and adjust sweetness to taste.

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