Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp powdered erythritol (or your preferred low-carb sweetener)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (adjust for consistency)
- 1/4 tsp instant espresso powder (optional, enhances chocolate flavor)
- Sugar-free chocolate shavings or cacao nibs for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Blend the Cottage Cheese
Place the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth, ensuring there are no lumps. This will give your mousse a creamy texture.
Step 2: Add Cocoa and Sweetener
Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, and salt to the blended cottage cheese. Blend again until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 3: Adjust Consistency
If the mousse seems too thick, add a tablespoon of unsweetened almond milk at a time, blending until you reach the desired consistency. If you prefer a richer mousse, add heavy cream for extra smoothness.
Step 4: Enhance Flavor
For an intensified chocolate flavor, mix in 1/4 teaspoon of instant espresso powder and blend once more.
Step 5: Chill and Serve
Transfer the mousse into serving bowls or ramekins. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with sugar-free chocolate shavings, cacao nibs, or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Americans
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
Keywords: Low-Carb Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse