Description
This Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse is a rich, creamy, and deliciously healthy dessert that combines the smooth texture of full-fat cottage cheese with the nutty flavor of natural peanut butter. Sweetened lightly with maple syrup or a sugar-free alternative, and enhanced with vanilla extract, it’s a quick and easy mousse that requires no baking. Topped with melted dark chocolate and crunchy chopped peanuts, this mousse offers a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and indulgent taste in every bite.
Ingredients
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Mousse Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter, no sugar added
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or sugar-free sweetener like allulose or Monk fruit
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt (optional)
- 1-2 tbsp milk or heavy cream (if needed for thinning)
Optional Toppings
- 2 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Chopped peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Blend the Base: Add the cottage cheese, peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt into a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend for 30–60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mousse is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
- Chill the Mousse: Transfer the mousse to a bowl and refrigerate it for 15–20 minutes to let it firm up and for the flavors to meld together.
- Melt the Chocolate Topping: In a small bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together in the microwave using 20-second bursts, stirring between each burst, until smooth and fully melted.
- Serve: Divide the mousse into serving bowls or jars, drizzle with the melted chocolate mixture, and sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest texture.
- Sweeteners can be adjusted based on preference; maple syrup adds sweetness and a slight caramel flavor, while sugar-free alternatives offer a low-calorie option.
- If the mousse is too thick, gradually add milk or heavy cream to avoid over-thinning.
- For a vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based creamy yogurt and use a nut butter that fits your dietary requirements.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- The chocolate topping can be omitted if you prefer a simpler mousse.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
