You’d never guess this cottage cheese chocolate mousse is loaded with protein and fiber. This healthy dessert will satisfy any sweet tooth!
PREPARATION TIME:
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese, I used 2%
- 2 Tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp chia seeds
Optional Toppings
- crushed cookies, nuts, berries, banana, vanilla yogurt, or whipped cream
Instructions:
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Add cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, chia seeds, and vanilla extract to a blender.
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Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. This will take 30-45 seconds.
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Transfer to a jar or cup, cover, and refrigerate for a minimum of 30-minutes or until mousse has thickened. Add toppings right before eating and enjoy!
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NUTRITION INFORMATION:
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Calories: 335 k cal, Carbohydrates: 42 g, Protein: 31 g, Fat: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g, Trans Fat: 0.01 g, Cholesterol: 9 mg, Sodium: 485 mg, Potassium: 470 mg, Fiber: 6 g, Sugar: 30 g, Vitamin A: 97 I U, Vitamin C: 0.1 mg, Calcium: 245 mg, Iron: 2 mg
