Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- ½ cup cottage cheese, full fat is best
- 1 tablespoon raw honey (or honey/maple syrup)
- ½ tablespoon cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Melt
- 3 tablespoons chocolate chips, dark chocolate is best
Optional Garnish
- Pinch flaky salt
Instructions
- Blend the Base: Add cottage cheese, raw honey, cacao powder, and vanilla extract to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides to ensure everything is well incorporated.
- Melt Chocolate Chips: Place chocolate chips in a small bowl and microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth, about 1 minute total.
- Combine Chocolate with Base: Pour the melted chocolate into the cottage cheese mixture and blend immediately until the mixture is smooth and evenly mixed.
- Chill or Serve: Serve the mousse immediately for a softer texture, or refrigerate for 3-4 hours to allow it to set further for a firmer consistency.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Just before serving, sprinkle with a pinch of flaky salt and add your favorite toppings such as berries, nuts, or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Full-fat cottage cheese is recommended for a creamier, richer mousse.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor and less sugar.
- Honey or maple syrup can be substituted depending on your sweetness preference.
- Refrigerate for a firmer texture; serve immediately if you prefer a lighter mousse consistency.
- Adding flaky salt enhances the chocolate flavor.
- Use a high-powered blender or food processor for the smoothest texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
