Marvelous Strawberry Mousse

By srumbel

Super-low in calories, this luscious mousse delivers big in texture and taste! And with 6 grams of protein, a healthy dose of Vitamin C, and 10% of your daily calcium requirement , it’s a marvel when it comes to feel-good, good-for-you food!!

The secret (protein-packed) ingredient is cottage cheese, but I promise you, no one will even know it’s there. Creamed until smooth, it blends seamlessly with the sour cream, strawberries and whipped topping, to create a super creamy mousse that sings with fresh strawberry flavor.

This is one dessert you can feel great about eating!!
from marlenekoch.com

Ingredients

• 1 package unflavored gelatin
• 2 cups fresh sliced strawberries
• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons granulated no-calorie sweetener (or 3 tablespoons Truvia Baking Blend)*
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
• 3/4 cup light whipped topping

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a small microwave-safe bowl sprinkle the gelatin over ¼ cup of water. Let set for 3 minutes. Microwave for 30 seconds on high to dissolve gelatin and set aside.

2. Place the strawberries in a blender and blend until pureed. Add the cottage cheese and blend until completely smooth.

3. Add the sour cream, sugar, sweetener, almond extract, and gelatin mixture, and pulse to blend. Pour into a medium bowl, and gently fold in whipped topping. Pour into individual cups or stemmed glasses, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

*Sweetener Options: Use 9 packets of any no-calorie sweetener, 3 tablespoons of a low-calorie sugar-blend like all natural Truvia for Baking or Domino Light or 6 additional tablespoons of regular sugar.
Makes 8 Servings
NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING: ( 1/2 cup ) Calories 100 | Carbohydrate 8g (Sugars 10g) | Total Fat 5g (Sat Fat 3.5g) | Protein 6g | Fiber 1g | Cholesterol 20mg | Sodium 110mg | Food Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate, 1 Lean Meat, ½ Fat | Carbohydrate Choices: ½ | Weight Watcher Plus Point Comparison: 2!