This chocolate dessert is light, creamy, and secretly packed with protein and fiber. It feels like a treat but helps keep your energy steady and your sweet tooth happy. With just a few simple ingredients and less than ten minutes, you can make a dessert that feels special and tastes amazing.
It is perfect for those moments when you want something sweet but wish it was healthy too. You can enjoy it as a snack or dessert any time. It is simple to make, fun to eat, and full of ingredients that do good for your body.
Ingredients
- Cottage cheese (about one cup, I used two percent fat)
- Cocoa powder (two tablespoons)
- Maple syrup (two tablespoons)
- Vanilla extract (quarter teaspoon)
- Chia seeds (two teaspoons)
Optional toppings
You can add crushed cookies, nuts, berries, banana slices, vanilla yogurt, or whipped cream if you like extra flavor or texture.
How to Make
- Put cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, chia seeds, and vanilla extract into a blender.
- Blend everything until it is very smooth, please stop and scrape the sides with a spoon if needed.
- Scoop or pour the mixture into a jar or cup.
- Put it into the fridge and chill for at least thirty minutes so it gets thicker.
- Just before you enjoy it, add any toppings you like and then dig in.
Protein in Each Main Item
- Cottage cheese: about 31 grams of protein in one cup
- Cocoa powder: about 1 gram of protein per tablespoon
- Chia seeds: about 1.5 grams of protein per teaspoon
- Maple syrup: almost no protein
- Vanilla extract: almost no protein
This mousse gives a good dose of protein especially from the cottage cheese. The chia seeds also add healthy fiber.
Disclaimer
This recipe is for home cooking and simple enjoyment. It is not a substitute for health or medical advice. If you follow a special diet or have health concerns, please talk to your doctor or a nutrition expert before trying new recipes with sugar or sweeteners.
