High Protein Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

Recipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-11-16 |6 Comments

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High Protein Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

PREP10 min

COOK0 min

This High Protein Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse is creamy, chocolatey, and packed with protein. Whip it up in minutes for a decadent, healthy treat!

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

2 cups (16 oz) cottage cheese (2% or 4% recommended)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tbsp pure maple syrup (more or less to taste)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: 2-3 tbsp milk of choice for blending (as needed)
Optional toppings: dark chocolate chips, berries, whipped cream, cacao nibs

Instructions

1
Add cottage cheese to a blender or food processor. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 1 minute.
2
Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until fully combined and rich in color, about 30–45 seconds.
3
If the mixture is too thick, add 2–3 tablespoons of milk and blend again for a silky consistency.
4
Taste and adjust sweetness or chocolate intensity if needed. Blend again briefly.
5
Spoon mousse into serving dishes. Garnish with chocolate chips, berries, or whipped cream. Chill for 30 minutes if desired and enjoy!