It takes five minutes and one blender.
This is one of our something sweet recipes, and the total time is 5 minutes. To see why these foods help, read our guide to fiber for insulin resistance or the full overview of insulin resistance.
Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
Mousse
- 1 1/4 cups (285 g) cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp (10 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- A few drops of pure liquid stevia, to taste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (60 g) raspberries
Method
- Add the cottage cheese, cocoa, liquid stevia, vanilla and salt to a blender.
- Blend 60 to 90 seconds, scraping down, until completely smooth.
- Taste and add a little more sweetener if you like.
- Spoon into two bowls and chill 10 minutes if you have the time. Top with raspberries.
Approximate per serving: 165 calories, 16 g protein, 4 g fiber. Values are estimates and vary with brands and portions.
Why this works for blood sugar
- Protein dessert. About 16 g per bowl.
- Cocoa and raspberries. Add fiber and polyphenols.
- Little added sugar. One teaspoon of syrup in the whole batch.
The same principles are explained in detail in our fiber for insulin resistance guide. For more ways to add fiber to meals, see the fiber guide.
Make it your own
- Use a blender, not a food processor, for the smoothest texture.
- Add 1 tbsp of peanut butter for a richer flavor.
- Keeps 2 days in the fridge.
More something sweet recipes
- Cinnamon Apple Slices with Peanut Butter (5 Minutes)
- Berry Chia Yogurt Parfait (10 Minutes)
- Cacao Almond Strawberries (15 Minutes)
- Almond Butter Oat Cookies with Cacao (20 Minutes)
- Chocolate Avocado Chia Mousse
Every recipe here avoids added sugar, refined flour and high-load fruit. Learn how glycemic index and glycemic load work.
Please note. This page is for education and is not medical advice. If you take insulin or medication that can cause low blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea, talk to your care team before making large changes to what you eat. Read our medical disclaimer.