Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse
Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse blends cottage cheese, peanut butter, vanilla, and optional cocoa into a creamy chilled dessert. It works well as a high-protein sweet snack or make-ahead treat when you want something smooth and spoonable.
Equipment
- High-speed blender or food processor
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Small serving jars or bowls
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese small-curd recommended
- 2 tablespoons natural creamy peanut butter
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sweetener honey, maple syrup, or sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder optional
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor and scrape down the sides.
- Add peanut butter, 1 tablespoon sweetener, vanilla, optional cocoa powder, and salt.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, pausing once or twice to scrape the sides.
- Taste and add more sweetener if needed, then blend again until balanced.
- Spoon into jars or bowls and chill for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Storage: Keep the mousse covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and stir gently before serving if it settles.
Freezing: Freeze in small portions for up to 1 month, then thaw overnight in the fridge and stir before eating.
Best Tips: Blend longer than you think you need to so the cottage cheese turns smooth and creamy.
Texture Tips: Chill for a thicker mousse, or serve right after blending for a softer spoonable texture.
Sweetness Tips: Start with 1 tablespoon sweetener, taste, and add more only if the cocoa or cottage cheese needs balance.
Variations: Add cocoa for chocolate flavor, sliced bananas for serving, or chopped peanuts for crunch.
Serving Ideas: Serve in jars with berries, apple slices, graham crackers, or a small sprinkle of chocolate chips.