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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Vanilla Mousse

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Create a light, whipped, high-protein vanilla mousse using cottage cheese. This recipe is simple to make and delivers a satisfying, healthy sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup milk (any kind)
  • 2 tablespoons sweetener (like erythritol or monk fruit)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum (optional, for extra stability)

Instructions

  1. Place the cottage cheese, milk, sweetener, and vanilla extract into a high-speed blender or food processor.
  2. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. This may take 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. If using xanthan gum, add it now and blend for another 15 seconds until just incorporated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow it to firm up into a mousse texture.
  5. Serve cold.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of lower-fat options.
  • You can substitute the sweetener with 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, but this will increase the sugar content.
  • For a thicker, more stable mousse, chill the mixture longer.

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