Description
This Low-Carb Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse is a quick, easy, and nutritious dessert that blends creamy cottage cheese with rich cocoa powder and erythritol for a guilt-free treat. Perfect for those seeking a low-carb, high-protein option with the flexibility to customize toppings like whipped cream, berries, and nuts.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- 1 cup whipped cream (optional)
- 1/2 cup fresh berries (optional)
- 1/4 cup shaved chocolate (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free syrups (optional)
Instructions
- Blend Cottage Cheese: Place cottage cheese into a food processor or high-powered blender and blend until completely smooth to create a creamy mousse base. Blend less if you prefer some texture in your mousse.
- Add Flavor Ingredients: Add unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the blended cottage cheese to enrich the chocolate flavor.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend again until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness or cocoa intensity if needed by adding more erythritol or cocoa powder.
- Chill Mousse: Refrigerate the mousse for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up and develop a better texture. It can be served immediately if desired.
- Serve with Toppings: Spoon the mousse into serving bowls or glasses and garnish with optional whipped cream, fresh berries, shaved chocolate, chopped nuts, or sugar-free syrups for an attractive presentation.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamier mousse.
- Powder erythritol helps prevent graininess; alternatively, use powdered or fine sweeteners.
- Adjust cocoa powder amount to control chocolate intensity.
- Mousse can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Optional toppings add texture and flavor but can be omitted for a purist low-carb version.
