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Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse

Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse

This Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse is a deliciously creamy dessert that combines protein-rich ingredients for a guilt-free indulgence.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sweets & Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse Base
  • 1 cup cottage cheese use well-blended for smooth texture
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter unsweetened preferred
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup natural sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt balances sweetness
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons melted dark chocolate for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts for added crunch

Equipment

  • blender or food processor

Method
 

How to Make Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse
  1. Combine ingredients – Add the cottage cheese, natural peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt into a blender or food processor.
  2. Blend until smooth – Blend on high for about 1–2 minutes until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste and adjust – Give your mousse a taste and adjust the sweetness or salt if needed.
  4. Spoon into serving dishes – Carefully spoon the mousse into glasses or ramekins.
  5. Chill to perfection – Place the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.
  6. Garnish and serve – Before serving, add a drizzle of melted dark chocolate and a sprinkle of chopped peanuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure you use well-blended cottage cheese for a silky-smooth texture. Chilling is essential for optimal flavor and consistency.

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