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Chocolate Orange Protein Mousse with Cottage Cheese

(mydeliciousmeals.com)Alena Tarasevich

I've always loved chocolate mousse, but I've found that traditional chocolate mousse recipes often rely on heavy cream and refined added sugar.

That's why I'm excited to introduce this unique twist on the traditional mousse, inspired by a protein mousse recipe I discovered on Instagram. I've crafted this simple recipe to offer a healthier dessert, tailored to my preferences and infused with a delightful hint of orange flavor.

By using cottage cheese as the main ingredient, I've achieved a creamy texture packed with extra protein. Plus, with the addition of cocoa powder, the chocolate flavor is elevated to perfection.

This healthy dessert is not only nutritious but also ideal for satisfying those chocolate cravings. Consider it a flavorful addition to your list of delicious ways to enjoy cottage cheese while boosting your protein intake!

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons cocoa powder (or cacao powder)
1 teaspoon orange zest (+ more for garnish)
1/4 teaspoon orange extract

Yield:

servings

Prep time:

5 minutes

Yield: 2 servings | Prep time: 5 minutes |

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Notes

Store leftovers of this healthy mousse in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later enjoyment for up to 3 days.

I prefer using an immersion blender for this recipe, but a regular blender or a small food processor will also work; just be sure to scrape down the sides as needed.

Instructions

Ingredients for Chocolate Orange Protein Mousse with Cottage Cheese: cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, orange extract, orange zest.

1. In a blender cup, combine the plain cottage cheese, maple syrup, cocoa powder, orange zest, and orange extract.
Ingredients for Chocolate Orange Protein Mousse with Cottage Cheese in a blender.

Ingredients for Chocolate Orange Protein Mousse with Cottage Cheese in a blender.

2. Blend the ingredients until smooth and well combined, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed. Once the mixture is smooth, transfer it to serving glasses or bowls, dividing it into small portions.
Serving glasses filled with chocolate orange mousse.

Serving glasses filled with chocolate orange mousse.

3. Optionally, garnish each serving of this protein mousse with additional orange zest and shaved chocolate or even fresh berries on top.
Chocolate Orange Protein Mousse with Cottage Cheese garnished with orange zest and chocolate shavings, and a halved orange on the side.

Chocolate Orange Protein Mousse with Cottage Cheese garnished with orange zest and chocolate shavings, and a halved orange on the side.

You can enjoy this delicious chocolate protein mousse, infused with zesty orange flavor, right away—a fast way to satisfy your sweet tooth! But for best results, I recommend to refrigerate this sweet treat for a couple of hours to chill before serving.

Recipe Video

Shop products and ingredients I recommend for this recipe:

Cottage Cheese

Maple Syrup

Cocoa Powder

Oranges

Orange Extract

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About Alena

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I’m Alena, the blogger at MyDeliciousMeals since 2010. My goal with MyDeliciousMeals is for you to discover the joy of cooking and to find lots of new favorite recipes that your family will enjoy. I’m so happy you stopped by!