If you are looking for a high-protein dessert that’s low in sugar and insanely delicious, this Double Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse is it! Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, each serving delivers 18 grams of protein and tastes like creamy, dreamy chocolate heaven. Perfect for the holidays or to satisfy a midweek sweet tooth, it comes together in minutes — no heavy cream, no fuss!

Double chocolate cottage cheese mousse in a small glass topped with Greek yogurt and chocolate shavings.

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If my double chocolate cottage cheese brownies didn’t convince you to hop on the cottage cheese train yet, this protein-packed double chocolate mousse might just do the trick! Rich, creamy cottage cheese is blended with cocoa powder, vanilla, and a handful of melted chocolate chips (yep — just four ingredients!) to create a silky, chocolatey, high-protein dessert that tastes anything but healthy.

And I promise — no one will guess it’s made with cottage cheese. You can’t taste it at all. My family still has no idea, and this has quickly become one of their favorite ways to enjoy a sweet treat.

Add it to your weekly meal prep and enjoy a “better-for-you” chocolate dessert all week long, or dress it up with toppings and serve it at your next family dinner or holiday gathering. A dollop of Greek yogurt or a swirl of whipped cream with some shaved chocolate on top? Pure heaven.

If you love healthy, high-protein desserts made with cottage cheese, be sure to check out my Cottage Cheese Banana Bread next! If Greek yogurt is your thing, then this viral no-bake Japanese cheesecake is a must-try healthy dessert hack.

Here is the ingredient line-up:

Bowls with cottage cheese, chocolate chips, cocoa powder and vanilla.

Cottage cheese: I tested this mousse with both low-fat and full-fat cottage cheese, and they each bring something a little different to the table. Low-fat cottage cheese creates a lighter, more pudding-like texture, while full-fat gives you that rich, ultra-creamy, true mousse vibe. The best part? Both versions are absolutely delicious, so use whichever one fits your preferences (or whatever you already have in the fridge!).
Cocoa powder: This is where the first layer of chocolate flavor comes in. Cocoa powder adds depth, richness, and that slightly bitter, dark-chocolate backbone that keeps the mousse from being overly sweet. It also helps thicken the mixture and gives it that classic chocolatey color. Use a good-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for the best flavor.
Chocolate chips: You can technically use any melted chocolate here, but I love using chocolate chips because they melt quickly and I always have a bag in my pantry. I usually reach for Lily’s chocolate chips since they’re sweetened with stevia, but you can use whatever chocolate you enjoy. A good chocolate keeps the mousse silky, decadent, and deeply chocolatey while letting you control the sweetness.
Maple Syrup: To keep this recipe low-sugar and protein-forward, I didn’t use any additional sweetener. But if you prefer a sweeter flavor profile, I highly recommend you add one or two tablespoons of maple syrup when building your mousse. This will create a rounder flavor that resembles traditional mousse.

How to Make Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse

Ready to blend up something sweet? This chocolate mousse recipe couldn’t be easier to make; all you need is a blender or food processor and four simple ingredients. Just blend, chill, and dive into a silky, chocolatey treat that feels totally indulgent (but is secretly packed with protein!).

Cottage cheese, cocoa powder and vanilla added to a food processor. — Add the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to a food processor or high-speed blender.

Chocolate mousse in a food processor. — Add the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to a food processor or high-speed blender.

Stirring melted chocolate in a small bowl. — Melt chocolate in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring in between to ensure it doesn’t burn.

Adding melted chocolate to food processor with chocolate mousse. — Melt chocolate in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring in between to ensure it doesn’t burn.

Two small glasses with chocolate cottage cheese mousse. — Divide between two 4-ounce mason jars, pop on the lid, and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour.

Double chocolate cottage cheese mousse topped with a dollop of greek yogurt and chocolate shavings. — Divide between two 4-ounce mason jars, pop on the lid, and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour.

A few helpful tips to keep in mind

Use good-quality cottage cheese: The brand really does make a difference here. I love Good Culture because it’s extra creamy and thick, which helps the mousse blend smooth and silky without any graininess. If you’re cotttage cheese has liquid sitting on top, I recommend you drain it off beforehand.
Chill well: While you can eat this chocolate mousse imedditaley after making it, I found that it gets thicker as it sits. So be sure to let it chill for at least an hour if you want a real, mousse-like texture.
Meal prep friendly:This mousse is perfect for meal prep. Portion it into small jars or containers (these are the jars I use) and store in the fridge for 3–4 days. It holds its texture beautifully and makes for an easy grab-and-go, high-protein sweet treat during the week.
Make ahead for guests:
You can make this a few hours (or even the day before) serving. The flavor actually gets better as it sits, making it a great option for family dinners or holiday entertaining.

Partially eaten chocolate mousse in a small glass jar.

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Double Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse

Rich, creamy, and secretly packed with protein! This Double Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse tastes like an indulgent dessert but is made with simple, wholesome ingredients. It’s silky smooth, deeply chocolatey, and comes together in just minutes, no fancy equipment or heavy cream required.

Course: DESSERT

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat

Author: Dani Spies

Prep Time15

Chill time1

Total Time1 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 211kcal

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Ingredients

1 cup + 2 tablespoons (250 g) full fat cottage cheese
1.5 tablespoons (7.5 g) cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons (30 g) chocolate chips (I use Lily’s low-sugar chips)
1-2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional – see notes below)

Optional toppings:

Greek yogurt, shaved chocolate, or mini chocolate chips!

Instructions

Add the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to a food processor or high-speed blender. Blend everything, scraping down the sides, until the mixture is silky smooth.
Melt chocolate in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring in between to ensure it doesn’t burn (it’s ok to remove when there’s a bit of unmelted chocolate left, stir it, and the residual heat will finish the melting without burning).
Add the melted chocolate to the food processor (or blender) and blend again until combined.
Divide between two 4-ounce mason jars, pop on the lid, and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour.
Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt and some shaved chocolate or mini chips and enjoy!

Notes

Additional Sweetener: This recipe isn’t overly sweet on its own. If you prefer a sweeter flavor profile, blend in 1–2 tablespoons of maple syrup to taste.

Storage Tips

Refrigerator:
Store your chocolate mousse in an airtight container (or portion into individual jars) for 3–4 days. The texture stays smooth and creamy, and the flavor actually deepens as it chills.

Freezer:
While you can freeze it, the texture becomes more ice-cream-like and a bit less silky once thawed. If you want to try it, freeze it in small containers for up to 2 months and let it thaw in the fridge before serving. It’s also delicious partially frozen—like a chocolate protein “frosty.”

Meal prep tip:
Portion the mousse into small glass jars with lids so you can grab one anytime a chocolate craving hits. Add toppings (like whipped cream or Greek yogurt) right before serving so they stay fresh.

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