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Healthy Cottage Cheese Vanilla Mousse Recipe


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Cottage Cheese Vanilla Mousse is a creamy, no-bake dessert made by blending cottage cheese with vanilla and natural sweeteners. High in protein and low in sugar, this healthy mousse delivers indulgent flavor with a light, airy texture perfect for guilt-free snacking or dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • Fresh berries or chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add cottage cheese, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and almond extract to a blender or food processor.
  2. Blend on high for 1–2 minutes until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  4. Spoon mixture into serving dishes or jars.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow mousse to set.
  6. Garnish with berries or chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

For a thicker texture, drain excess whey from the cottage cheese before blending. Sweetener amounts can be adjusted to taste.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: cottage cheese vanilla mousse, cottage cheese dessert, high protein dessert, blended cottage cheese recipe