Healthy Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse
Liyana
This healthy cottage cheese peanut butter mousse is creamy, high-protein, and guilt-free. Made with simple ingredients, it’s a quick no-bake dessert that’s smooth, satisfying, and perfect for snacks or post-workout treats.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
- Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 –2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional Add-Ins:
- 1 scoop protein powder vanilla or chocolate
- 1 –2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- Splash of milk for texture
- Optional Toppings:
- Chocolate chips
- Crushed peanuts
- Fresh fruit
- Drizzle of peanut butter
In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract.
Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
Add a splash of milk if needed to adjust texture and blend again.
Chill for 20–30 minutes for a thicker mousse (optional).
Serve in bowls and add desired toppings.
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Blend thoroughly to avoid a grainy texture.
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Use creamy peanut butter for best consistency.
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Adjust sweetness to taste.
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Chill for a thicker, mousse-like texture.
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Full-fat cottage cheese gives the creamiest result.