Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse Recipe
A creamy and delicious Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse that combines the protein-packed cottage cheese with rich peanut butter and a touch of sweetener. This mousse is topped with a smooth dark chocolate drizzle and crunchy chopped peanuts, making it a perfect low-sugar dessert or snack that is quick to prepare and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mousse
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat for the creamiest texture)
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter (no sugar added)
- 2 tbsp sweetener (maple syrup or a sugar-free alternative like allulose or Monk fruit)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp milk or heavy cream (if needed to adjust texture)
Topping
- 2 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Chopped peanuts (for garnish)
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Add the cottage cheese, peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt into a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend for 30–60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Texture: If the mousse is too thick, gradually add 1–2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream and blend again until the desired creamy texture is achieved.
- Chill Mousse: Transfer the blended mousse to a bowl and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes. This resting time will help it firm up slightly and allow the flavors to meld.
- Melt Chocolate: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together in 20-second bursts, stirring in between, until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Assemble and Serve: Divide the mousse into serving bowls or jars. Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture on top and sprinkle with chopped peanuts for added texture. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest texture; low-fat varieties may result in a less smooth mousse.
- Adjust the sweetener to taste or dietary needs; maple syrup gives natural sweetness, while allulose or monk fruit maintain low sugar levels.
- If you prefer a thinner mousse, add milk or cream little by little until the preferred consistency is reached.
- Chocolate topping can be substituted with cacao nibs or omitted for a simpler version.
- Store leftover mousse refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days for best freshness.
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