Description
This Chocolate Mousse Parfaits recipe offers a rich and creamy dessert made with semi-sweet chocolate, cottage cheese, chia seeds, and fresh strawberries. The mousse is blended to a smooth consistency, chilled to develop flavors and texture, and layered with whipped cream and fresh berries to create an elegant and delicious treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Chocolate Mousse
- 4 ounces semi sweet chocolate (chopped)
- 2 cups 4% cottage cheese
- 2 Tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 Tablespoons milk of choice
- 1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Whipped Cream
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream (cold from the fridge)
- 3 Tablespoons confectioners sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients
- 1 pound strawberries (chopped)
- Fresh mint (as garnish)
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: Place the chopped semi-sweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted. Allow it to cool for about 5 minutes to prevent cooking other ingredients during blending.
- Combine Mousse Ingredients: Add the cooled melted chocolate to a blender along with cottage cheese, chia seeds, cocoa powder, maple syrup, milk, vanilla extract, and salt to prepare the mousse base.
- Blend Mousse: Blend the mixture for 2-3 minutes until the mousse thickens and becomes smooth and creamy. Pause periodically to scrape down the blender sides to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Chill Mousse: Transfer the mousse to a large bowl and cover it with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the mousse to set and develop flavor.
- Whip Cream: Before assembling, combine the cold heavy whipping cream, confectioners sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Whisk vigorously until stiff peaks form, which should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Assemble Parfaits: Prepare 6 parfait cups or glasses. Layer them starting with a portion of chocolate mousse, followed by whipped cream, chopped strawberries, then another layer of mousse and berries. Garnish the top with fresh mint leaves for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Use heavy whipping cream chilled for best whipping results.
- Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly before blending to avoid curdling.
- Chilling the mousse overnight enhances texture and flavor.
- Substitute strawberries with any fresh berries of choice for variation.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup and confectioners sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
