Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse: High-Protein Creamy Dessert You’ll Love

If you’ve never tried a Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse, you’re in for a delightful surprise. This dessert is creamy, chocolatey, and packed with 15 grams of protein per serving, making it a smart and satisfying choice for anyone craving something sweet without the sugar crash.

Hi! I’m Lina, and I live just outside Asheville with my husband and two teenagers who would happily eat brownies for dinner. I wasn’t always confident in the kitchen, but discovering versatile, healthy swaps like this one made dinner (and dessert!) less stressful and more fun. When I first whipped cottage cheese chocolate mousse, I honestly didn’t expect it to work. But it did and now it’s a regular in our weekly treat rotation.

Whether you’re looking to replace heavy cream, sneak in extra protein, or just eat a decadent-tasting mousse without the guilt, this one’s a keeper.

 Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse served in glass
Creamy cottage cheese chocolate mousse topped with chocolate shavings and berries
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This Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse is a creamy, high-protein dessert with 15g of protein per serving. Made with just 4 ingredients, it’s easy, indulgent, and healthy!

  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 cup full-fat cottage cheese

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

1.5 tbsp honey (or sweetener of choice)

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender.

2. Blend until completely smooth. Keep blending if grainy.

3. Spoon into cups. Serve immediately or chill for 30 mins.

4. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fruit.

Notes

For a richer mousse, use full-fat cottage cheese.

To make it sugar-free, swap honey for allulose or your favorite low-carb sweetener.

Adjust cocoa for darker or lighter chocolate flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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Why You’ll Love This Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

This isn’t your typical cottage cheese texture. Once whipped, cottage cheese transforms into a light, creamy base that tastes almost like cheesecake yes, really! Combine that with cocoa, honey, and vanilla, and you’ve got an indulgent, spoonable treat that feels way fancier than it is.

If you’re wondering, “Do cottage cheese and chocolate go together?” they absolutely do. The mild flavor of the cheese disappears, leaving behind a tangy, sweet richness that pairs beautifully with deep chocolate notes.

Plus, this mousse is incredibly simple to make. All you need are four ingredients and a high-speed blender. It’s similar in texture to our whipped cottage cheese bowls and works well as a dessert or post-workout snack.

How to Make Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients for cottage cheese chocolate mousse
Simple ingredients for making cottage cheese chocolate mousse

Here’s what you need:

  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 tbsp honey (or maple syrup/allulose)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to a food processor or high-speed blender.
  2. Blend until completely smooth. If it looks grainy, keep blending it’ll get there.
  3. Spoon into a serving dish. Eat immediately for a fluffy mousse, or chill 20–30 minutes for a thicker pudding-like texture.
  4. Optional: Top with homemade whipped cream or berries!

A Dessert You’ll Make Again and Again

Whether you’re trying to eat more protein, cut back on processed sugar, or simply surprise your taste buds, this Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse is a winning recipe. It’s light enough for an afternoon snack, but rich enough for dessert.

Plus, it’s flexible swap honey for maple syrup, or top it with your favorite mix-ins. It’s recipes like this that make me love cooking more every day, especially when I can whip up something delicious without turning on the oven.

Served cottage cheese chocolate mousse dessert
High-protein chocolate mousse served with toppings

If you’re looking for more no-bake treats, be sure to browse our easy dessert section and our high-protein recipes.

Let this mousse be the recipe that changes your mind about cottage cheese. You’ll be glad you tried it!

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Can you make mousse from cottage cheese?

Yes! When blended, cottage cheese becomes velvety smooth and works beautifully as a base for mousse. The result is creamy, tangy, and full of protein.

Do cottage cheese and chocolate go together?

They do. Cottage cheese has a mild flavor that blends well with cocoa, giving the mousse a chocolate cheesecake-like taste without any bitterness.

How to use cottage cheese instead of heavy cream?

Just blend it. Cottage cheese can replace heavy cream in dips, sauces, and desserts by blending it until smooth. It’s lower in fat but still creamy.

What does whipped cottage cheese taste like?

It tastes like a mild cream cheese or Greek yogurt smooth, slightly tangy, and perfect for both savory and sweet recipes.

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Hi, I’m Lina! I’m a 43-year-old home cook and mom of two, serving up easy, soul-hugging recipes for real-life families. Join me for delicious and reliable baking recipes. Everything from cakes, brownies, cheese cake and cookies to bars, quick breads, and more. Every recipe is tested, perfected, and made to inspire confidence in your kitchen. Happy baking!

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