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Diabetic-Friendly Lemon Blueberry Protein Mousse

Diabetic-Friendly Lemon Blueberry Protein Mousse

Light • Creamy • High-Protein • No Added Sugar

This Diabetic-Friendly Lemon Blueberry Protein Mousse is the kind of dessert that looks elegant, tastes indulgent, and still works beautifully for blood-sugar balance. It’s smooth and airy with bright lemon flavor, gently swirled with juicy blueberries, and finished with a creamy texture that melts in your mouth—just like the picture.

Perfect for a no-bake dessert, afternoon snack, or light post-dinner treat, this mousse is high in protein, low in carbs, and naturally satisfying.


Ingredients (2–3 Servings)

For the lemon protein mousse

  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese, blended until silky smooth
  • 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored sugar-free protein powder
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1½–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2–3 tbsp monk fruit or erythritol (to taste)
  • ¼ cup heavy cream or coconut cream (for extra fluffiness)

For the blueberry swirl

  • ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 tbsp water
  • Optional: ½ tsp monk fruit sweetener

Optional toppings (like the photo)

  • A few fresh blueberries
  • Slivered almonds or almond flakes

How to Make It

  1. Make the blueberry swirl
    Simmer blueberries with water over low heat until soft and jammy (about 5 minutes). Mash lightly and let cool.
  2. Blend the mousse
    In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese until completely smooth. Add protein powder, lemon zest, lemon juice, sweetener, and cream. Blend until light and creamy.
  3. Assemble
    Spoon mousse into glasses, swirling in blueberry sauce as you layer.
  4. Chill
    Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to set.
  5. Finish & serve
    Top with blueberries and almond flakes just before serving.

Texture & Flavor Notes

  • Texture: airy, whipped, and creamy
  • Flavor: bright lemon + gentle blueberry sweetness
  • Mouthfeel: smooth, rich, and refreshing

Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~160
  • Protein: 15–18 g
  • Net Carbs: 4–5 g
  • Added Sugar: 0 g

Storage Tips

  • Keeps well in the fridge for 2–3 days
  • Best enjoyed chilled
  • Stir gently before serving if stored overnight

This Lemon Blueberry Protein Mousse proves that diabetic-friendly desserts don’t have to feel restrictive—they can be fresh, beautiful, and deeply satisfying 🍋🫐

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