High-Protein Chocolate Mousse (Low-Carb, No Seed Oils, Made with Cottage Cheese)

High-Protein Chocolate Mousse – A Sweet Treat Without the Guilt

Lately, I’ve been experimenting a lot with cottage cheese in my recipes—not just for the creamy texture it adds when blended, but because it’s an incredible source of high-quality protein. I know cottage cheese gets a bad rap for its lumpy texture, but trust me—once it’s blended, it becomes smooth, rich, and surprisingly decadent, especially in desserts like this chocolate mousse.

If you’re like me and follow a low-carb diet, you’re probably also on the lookout for satisfying treats that don’t spike blood sugar or rely on seed oils. This mousse checks all the boxes. It’s made with clean ingredients: cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, dark chocolate, cocoa powder, coconut oil, and an optional natural sweetener like monk fruit or stevia. You won’t find any seed oils here!

Choosing the Right Chocolate

One of the keys to keeping this mousse both healthy and indulgent is choosing high-quality chocolate. I personally love the HU brand—it’s made with simple ingredients, free from refined sugars, emulsifiers, and palm or seed oils. HU’s chocolate has a deep, rich flavor and melts beautifully into this recipe. Here is a link to my favorite chocolate which can be ordered via Amazon: https://a.co/d/cip1INR My local grocery stores carry it too.

Why I Keep This Mousse in My Fridge

When the sweet cravings hit—and let’s be honest, they do—this mousse is my go-to. I’ll make a batch and portion it into little glass jars or ramekins to keep in the fridge. It’s thick, creamy, chocolatey, and actually satisfies. Plus, knowing it’s packed with protein makes it even more rewarding.

Nutrition Breakdown (Per Serving — Based on 3 Servings Using HU Dark Chocolate)

• Calories: ~230
• Protein: ~11g
• Fat: ~17g
• Carbohydrates: ~10g
  • Net carbs: ~7g
  • Fiber: ~3g
• Sugar: ~4g (mostly from dark chocolate and dairy)

Note: Values may vary slightly depending on exact brands and sweetener used.

This mousse is proof that healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring—and that cottage cheese deserves a little redemption. Blended into desserts like this one, it becomes a secret weapon for anyone looking to eat clean while still enjoying something sweet.

High-Protein Chocolate Mousse

Tana

Here’s a rich and creamy Chocolate Mousse—packed with protein and healthy fats, and free from refined sugar and seed oils.

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Course Dessert

Cuisine Keto, Low Carb

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
• 2 oz dark chocolate 70%+, melted
• 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 –2 tsp optional sweetener like stevia, monk fruit, or maple syrup
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt plain, full-fat
• 1 tbsp coconut oil melted
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

 

• Melt the chocolate
• In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, gently melt the dark chocolate with the coconut oil. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
• Blend the base
• In a high-powered blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, vanilla, sweetener, and salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
• Add the chocolate
• Pour the melted chocolate into the blender. Blend again until fully incorporated and the mousse is silky and thick.
• Chill
• Spoon the mousse into serving cups or ramekins. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let it firm up and deepen in flavor.
• Serve
• Garnish with shaved chocolate, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or berries if desired. Serve chilled.

Notes

For a richer mousse, use 3 oz dark chocolate.
Adjust sweetness to taste, especially if your chocolate is very bitter.
This mousse is naturally low-carb, high in protein, and free of seed oils.

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