Low-Carb Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse: How to Make It
This Low-Carb Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse is a creamy, protein-packed dessert that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the extra carbs. Quick to prepare and full of rich chocolate flavor, it’s a healthy indulgence you can enjoy anytime.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (preferably full-fat)
- 1–2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (adjust to taste)
- 1–2 teaspoons powdered sweetener of choice (erythritol or monk fruit)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1–2 tablespoons melted dark chocolate
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, sweetener, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- If using, add the melted dark chocolate and blend again until fully incorporated.
- Transfer the mousse to serving bowls and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with cocoa powder, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest texture.
- Adjust the amount of sweetener and cocoa powder to suit your taste preferences.
- The mousse firms up slightly after chilling, enhancing its texture.
- Top with low-carb toppings like crushed nuts or sugar-free chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Best enjoyed within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg