Description
This delicious and creamy Chocolate Greek Yogurt recipe combines the tangy richness of Greek yogurt with the deep flavor of unsweetened cocoa powder and natural sweetness from maple syrup. It’s a quick, healthy dessert or snack that can be served immediately or chilled for a mousse-like texture, topped with dark chocolate shavings, berries, or cacao nibs.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full fat for best texture)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ tablespoons maple syrup (or honey, to taste)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Toppings
- Dark chocolate shavings
- Cocoa powder dusting
- Cacao nibs
- Fresh berries
Instructions
- Whisk the Base: In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
- Mix Until Smooth: Stir vigorously using a small whisk or spoon until the cocoa powder is fully incorporated and the mixture becomes thick, smooth, and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness as desired by adding more maple syrup for a sweeter flavor or leaving it as is for a more intense chocolate taste.
- Chill or Serve Immediately: Serve right away for a creamy texture or refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to achieve a colder, firmer, mousse-like consistency.
- Top and Enjoy: Spoon the chocolate Greek yogurt into serving dishes and add optional toppings such as chocolate shavings, fresh berries, cacao nibs, or a light dusting of cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for a richer and creamier texture.
- Adjust the sweetness to personal preference by varying the maple syrup or honey amount.
- Chilling enhances the mousse-like texture but the recipe can be enjoyed immediately.
- Optional toppings can add texture and additional flavor variations.
- This recipe is naturally low in added sugar and makes a healthy dessert or snack option.
