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Chocolate Cheese Mousse Pie

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This Chocolate Cheese Mousse Pie is a unique, no-bake dessert that transforms humble cottage cheese into a luxuriously smooth and creamy filling. The tangy cheese balances perfectly with the deep, rich flavor of unsweetened cocoa and vanilla, creating a texture similar to cheesecake but lighter and airier. Topped with a simple graham cracker and cinnamon crust, it offers a satisfying crunch against the silky mousse. Ideal for potlucks or family gatherings, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and requires no oven time, just patience for chilling. It&# 226;€™s a delightful twist on traditional chocolate pies that feels both indulgent and slightly lighter.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 403.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Chocolate Cheese Mousse Pie is a unique, no-bake dessert that transforms humble cottage cheese into a luxuriously smooth and creamy filling. The tangy cheese balances perfectly with the deep, rich flavor of unsweetened cocoa and vanilla, creating a texture similar to cheesecake but lighter and airier. Topped with a simple graham cracker and cinnamon crust, it offers a satisfying crunch against the silky mousse. Ideal for potlucks or family gatherings, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and requires no oven time, just patience for chilling. It&# 226;€™s a delightful twist on traditional chocolate pies that feels both indulgent and slightly lighter.
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Skim Milk
  • 1 Envelope Unflavored Gelatin
  • 2/3 cup Skim Milk
  • 2 lg Eggs, Separated
  • 6 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla
  • 1 1/2 cup Low Fat Cottage Cheese
  • 1/3 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • 1/8 teaspoon Cinnamon
Directions
  1. 1
    Pour 1/4 cup skim milk into a blender container.
  2. 2
    Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the milk and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
  3. 3
    Heat the remaining 2/3 cup of skim milk in a saucepan until it just begins to boil.
  4. 4
    Pour the hot milk into the blender with the softened gelatin and blend until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
  5. 5
    Add the egg yolks, 4 tablespoons of sugar, cocoa, and vanilla to the blender.
  6. 6
    Blend at medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  7. 7
    Add the low-fat cottage cheese to the blender and blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
  8. 8
    Refrigerate the chocolate cheese mixture for about 15-20 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.
  9. 9
    While the mixture chills, beat the egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form.
  10. 10
    Gradually add the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar to the egg whites while beating, then stop.
  11. 11
    Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the thickened chocolate mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the air.
  12. 12
    In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with the cinnamon.
  13. 13
    Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of an 8-inch pie pan to form a crust.
  14. 14
    Carefully pour the chocolate mousse filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  15. 15
    Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until firmly set, before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 403.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.0g17%
Saturated Fat 4.5g23%
Cholesterol 208.7mg70%
Sodium 710.2mg30%
Total Carbohydrate 33.7g12%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g11%
Sugars 28.9g
Protein 49.0g98%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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