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Creamy Cottage Cheese Vanilla Mousse Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Cottage Cheese Vanilla Mousse is a creamy, light, and protein-packed dessert that comes together quickly without any baking. Perfect for busy days or when you want a healthy yet indulgent treat, it combines the smoothness of blended cottage cheese with the richness of whipped cream or Greek yogurt, enhanced by vanilla and a hint of lemon zest. Topped with fresh berries and a honey drizzle, this mousse offers a refreshing and satisfying dessert experience.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup heavy cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
  • ½ tsp lemon zest (optional, for a fresh flavor boost)
  • Fresh berries (for topping)
  • Extra honey (for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Blend the Cottage Cheese: Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth, about 30 seconds to 1 minute, ensuring a creamy base for the mousse.
  2. Add Sweetener & Vanilla: Pour in the honey (or maple syrup) and vanilla extract. Blend again for a few seconds until fully combined to infuse sweetness and flavor throughout the mousse.
  3. Whip the Heavy Cream: In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Skip this step if you are using Greek yogurt, which will be folded in directly.
  4. Fold Everything Together: Gently fold the whipped cream or Greek yogurt into the blended cottage cheese mixture with a spatula. Stir in the lemon zest if using to add a fresh, zesty note to the mousse.
  5. Serve & Top It Off: Spoon the mousse into dessert cups or small bowls. Top with fresh berries and a drizzle of honey. Enjoy immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance the texture.

Notes

  • For a lighter mousse, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
  • Lemon zest is optional but adds a pleasant brightness to balance the sweetness.
  • You can use maple syrup instead of honey to keep it vegan-friendly when using Greek yogurt.
  • Chilling the mousse for 30 minutes improves the texture and flavor meld.
  • Use a high-speed blender or food processor to ensure a silky smooth mousse.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/creamy-cottage-cheese-vanilla-mousse-recipe/