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Peanut Butter Cup Cottage Cheese Mousse

Decadent Peanut Butter Cup Cottage Cheese Mousse Made Healthy

This Peanut Butter Cup Cottage Cheese Mousse is a healthy dessert option with a nostalgic taste and packed with 24 grams of protein.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 8 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Choose low-fat or silken tofu for a vegan version.
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Feel free to swap for any nut or seed butter.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Agave nectar works for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for a twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder Carob powder is a fun alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Opt for dairy-free chocolate chips for vegan.

Equipment

  • High-speed blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Blend the cottage cheese in a high-speed blender for 60–90 seconds until smooth.
  2. With the blender running, drizzle in the peanut butter and blend for another 30 seconds.
  3. Add maple syrup and vanilla extract, pulse 3–4 times, and taste to adjust sweetness.
  4. Sift in the cocoa powder and blend briefly until uniform.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in mini chocolate chips.
  6. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

The mousse can be stored in airtight glass containers for up to 5 days.

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