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Cottage Cheese Raspberry Mousse

Cottage Cheese Raspberry Mousse: A Wholesome Sweet Escape

Cottage Cheese Raspberry Mousse is a light and refreshing dessert that balances tangy raspberries and creamy cottage cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mousse Base
  • 1 cup cottage cheese use low-fat or non-fat for a lighter option
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries can substitute with thawed frozen raspberries (drain excess water)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup can replace with stevia or agave syrup and adjust quantity to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional, but highly recommended for best flavor

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Serving Glasses

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, fresh raspberries, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend on high speed for about 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  2. Spoon the mixture evenly into serving glasses, aiming for about 1/2 cup per serving, and gently shake the glasses to settle the mousse.
  3. Place the filled glasses in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Garnish each glass with additional fresh raspberries and a sprig of mint before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This mousse can be prepared a couple of days in advance; just store it covered in the refrigerator. Add fresh garnishes only before serving for the best presentation.

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