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A close-up shot of a glass filled with high-protein peanut butter dessert, showing off its incredibly smooth and creamy texture.

Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse (The Ultimate High-Protein Dessert)

Discover the ultimate guilt-free dessert! This Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse is a high-protein, creamy, and decadent treat made in just 5 minutes. It's the perfect healthy snack or dessert that's both easy and delicious.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese Small curd is preferred.
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter Use a natural variety for best results.
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup Adjust to your desired sweetness.
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • 1 High-Speed Blender
  • 2 Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Add the cottage cheese, creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to a high-speed blender.
  2. Blend on high for 60-90 seconds, scraping down the sides as needed, until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the mousse into two serving bowls or glasses.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set. Garnish with crushed peanuts or chocolate shavings before serving if desired.

Notes

Tip 1: A high-speed blender is essential for achieving a silky-smooth texture without any graininess.
Tip 2: For a richer flavor, let the mousse chill for at least an hour before serving.
Tip 3: Feel free to customize with a tablespoon of cocoa powder for a chocolate-peanut butter version.