High Protein Chocolate Mousse (Printer-Friendly Version)

Smooth chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese offers a protein-rich, creamy indulgence.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 57 grams semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped, plus extra for garnish
02 - 240 grams cottage cheese
03 - 5 milliliters sweetener such as honey, agave nectar, maple syrup, or stevia (optional)

→ Serving Suggestions

04 - Fresh berries (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Microwave semisweet chocolate in a small heatproof bowl in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until melted and smooth, about 90 seconds total. Allow to cool slightly.
02 - Process cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until smooth. Add melted chocolate and optional sweetener, blending until fully incorporated. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary. Scrape sides and bottom to ensure even mixing.
03 - Transfer mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour up to 3 days to develop texture and flavor.
04 - Serve chilled mousse topped with additional chopped chocolate and fresh berries if desired.

# Handy Cooking Tips:

01 - Using cottage cheese delivers high protein content without the need for powder, maintaining a smooth, fluffy texture after blending.
02 - Substitution with Greek yogurt is possible but yields a tangier flavor; adding sweetener can balance this.
03 - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.