HIGH PROTEIN DESSERT

Ingredients

• 1 cup + 2 tbsp Cottage Cheese (250 g; can be low‑fat or full‑fat; full‑fat gives richer texture)
• 1.5 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (Sifted for smoothness)
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Pure vanilla extract preferred)
• 0.5 cup Sugar‑Free Chocolate Chips (Lily brand or any no‑added‑sugar chips; about 90 g)
• 1-2 tbsp Maple Syrup (Optional, for a sweeter version)

Instructions

1. Measure Ingredients

   Gather all ingredients. Measure 1 cup + 2 tbsp cottage cheese, 1½ tbsp cocoa powder, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and optional maple syrup.

   Time: PT5M

2. Melt Chocolate Chips

   Place the chocolate chips in a microwave‑safe bowl and heat on high for 20‑30 seconds. Stir; the chips should be softened but still retain faint shapes.

   Time: PT2M

3. Combine Ingredients in Processor

   Add the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, melted chocolate (and maple syrup if using) into the food processor bowl.

   Time: PT1M

4. Blend to Smooth Mousse

   Secure the lid and blend 20 seconds clockwise, then 20 seconds counter‑clockwise. Open, scrape sides, and repeat until the mixture is thick, silky, and free of white specks.

   Time: PT3M

5. Portion into Jars

   Using a small spoon, divide the mousse evenly into two 4‑oz mason jars. Smooth the tops with the back of the spoon.

   Time: PT2M

6. Chill (Optional)

   Cover the jars and refrigerate for at least 1 hour for a firmer mousse, or serve immediately for a pudding‑like texture.

   Time: PT0M

   Temperature: 4°C

Nutrition Facts

Calories

320

Protein

16 g

Carbohydrates

12 g

Fat

14 g

Fiber

2.5 g