Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse
Indulge in a creamy and delightful Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse that’s not only easy to prepare but also high in protein! This guilt-free dessert is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, ensuring you satisfy your sweet cravings without feeling sluggish. With its rich peanut butter flavor and smooth texture, it’s a treat everyone will love. Plus, it can be ready in just five minutes, making it an ideal choice for last-minute dessert needs!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter (no sugar added)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or sugar-free sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp milk or heavy cream (if needed)
- For topping: 2 oz dark chocolate chips, melted with 1 tsp coconut oil; chopped peanuts
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt; blend until smooth.
- If the mixture is too thick, add milk or cream gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
- Melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave until smooth.
- Serve mousse in bowls or jars, drizzled with melted chocolate and topped with chopped peanuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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