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Cottage cheese topped with rich peanut butter in a bowl

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Mousse

This high-protein cottage cheese mousse blends creamy cottage cheese with rich peanut butter, creating a versatile and indulgent treat that's perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups full-fat or 2% cottage cheese (small-curd for smoother texture) Let come to room temperature for better blending.
  • ½ cup creamy natural peanut butter Choose any nut butter you prefer.
  • 2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder Optional for chocolate-peanut flavor.
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk, almond milk, or water To adjust consistency.
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt To brighten the flavors.
Optional Mix-ins/Toppings
  • sliced banana, chopped roasted peanuts, dark chocolate shavings, toasted oats, cinnamon, or a dollop of Greek yogurt Customize according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Measure the cottage cheese, peanut butter, sweetener, and milk. Let the cottage cheese come to room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.
Blend the base
  1. Add the cottage cheese, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to your blender. Start blending on low to combine, then increase speed until light and airy, about 45–90 seconds.
  2. If mixture is thick, add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until a soft, spoonable consistency is achieved.
Decide flavor
  1. For chocolate-peanut mousse, stop blending and add cocoa powder, then blend until smooth.
  2. For plain peanut mousse, adjust sweetness or peanut flavor as desired.
Strain for silkiness (optional)
  1. Pass the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve for an ultra-smooth texture, saving any solids for oatmeal or toast.
Chill and set
  1. Spoon mousse into serving containers and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or for a quick chill, about 10-15 minutes.
Garnish and serve
  1. Top with optional mix-ins such as slices of banana or dark chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. Can be frozen for up to a month, but texture may alter upon thawing. Stir gently if any separation occurs after refrigeration.