Chocolate Yogurt
Chocolate Yogurt is a quick, satisfying, and nutritious high-protein snack. Packed with high-quality protein for muscle recovery, heart-healthy fats to keep you full, and a rich, chocolatey flavor that feels like a treat.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 395kcal
Equipment
- Blender or immersion blender
Ingredients
- 4 Medjool dates
- 2 cups unsweetened Greek-style yogurt
- 2 tablespoons hemp hearts
- 2 teaspoons ground chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons flaxseed meal
- 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
- ¼ cup nondairy milk soy, pea, almond, cashew, hemp, oat or milk of choice
Instructions
- Soak the dates in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove the pits and transfer them to the canister of a blender.
- Combine: Add the yogurt, hemp hearts, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, cocoa powder, and nondairy milk.
- Blend on high until smooth adding more milk as needed.
Notes
Soften the Dates for Better Sweetness – Soak your dates in warm water for 10 minutes before blending. This makes them easier to mix, creating a smoother texture and evenly distributing their natural sweetness.
Boost Nutrient Absorption – Grinding flaxseeds and chia seeds before mixing enhances nutrient bioavailability, making omega-3s, antioxidants, and minerals more accessible to your body.
Enhance Creaminess – Blend in a small amount of silken tofu or a splash of plant-based milk for a silky, protein-rich consistency.
Customize the Texture – For a thicker, pudding-like consistency, let the yogurt sit in the fridge for an hour before eating.
Make It an Easy Grab-and-Go Snack – Prep in advance and portion into small jars for a quick, protein-packed treat throughout the week.
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 704mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 159IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 309mg | Iron: 4mg
