High Protein Chocolate Chia Mousse Cups
- Julie Tavernese
- 1 day ago
- 1 min read
These protein-packed chia seed cups are high in fiber and naturally sweetened. They make a delicious and energizing pick-me-up!
Ingredients
Makes 5 Servings
2 cups organic pitted dates
2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
2 cups organic, grass-fed cottage cheese
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 tsp cinnamon
2 pinches salt
3/4 cups chia seeds, divided
toppings- raspberries, blueberries, shredded coconut, cocoa nibs, almonds
Preparation
In a small saucepan, pour in the milk and heat gently over medium-low until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat, then add the dates. Cover and let them soak in the hot milk for 10 minutes, or until softened.
In a blender, combine the soaked dates and milk, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt. Reserve the chia seeds and toppings for later steps.
Blend on high for 1–2 minutes, or until the mixture is completely smooth and thick with a mousse-like consistency. Use the 'smoothie' or equivalent setting if your blender has one.
Divide the mousse evenly among 5 glass jars or containers.
Add 2 tablespoons of chia seeds to each jar and stir thoroughly to ensure they are well incorporated into the mousse. Seal each jar tightly with its lid.
Refrigerate the jars for at least 3–4 hours, or until the mousse is set. Just before serving, add your choice of toppings.
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