Whipped Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse

This 4-ingredient creamy Greek yogurt chocolate mousse is so insanely delicious and makes the perfect balanced and satisfying snack! Packed with the goodness of Greek yogurt giving it a nutritional boost with almost 20 g of protein per cup and a good dose of your daily calcium. It can be whipped up in 10 minutes flat and stored in the fridge to pull out whenever that chocolate craving hits!

As an intuitive eating dietitian and busy mom on-the-go, I’m all about snacks that will keep me energized throughout the day, taste amazing, and they need to be easy to prepare! And let me tell you, today’s Greek yogurt chocolate mousse? It ticks every box!

So, what makes this chocolate mousse so special? It’s all about the combination of creamy Greek yogurt, rich chocolate, and decadent cacao powder. While traditional mousse recipes often call for cream, I decided to try my hand at a version made from Greek yogurt instead. Greek yogurt not only lends the perfect creamy texture but also packs nearly 20 grams of protein per cup, making this a satisfying and balanced dessert or snack!

In my Make Food Feel Good program, one of the key pillars is letting go of food rules. So, let’s be clear—there’s absolutely nothing wrong with using cream in traditional recipes. Cream adds its own flavor profile and texture to desserts, creating a richness that’s hard to beat. But it doesn’t have to be either/or! While I’ll never turn down the real deal, I also love creating versions that are equally satisfying while providing a little extra nutritional boost. When it comes to creating a satisfying and balanced snack option, incorporating ingredients like Greek yogurt helps boost the protein content, leading to a more filling and satisfying option without sacrificing the decadent creamy texture you would expect in a chocolate mousse.

And the best part? This recipe is incredibly simple, using just 4 simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. You can whip up a batch of this delicious mousse in 10 minutes flat, making it the perfect treat for any occasion—whether you’re craving something sweet after dinner or looking for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.

Looking for more snack ideas that strike the perfect balance and save you time? Take a look at these 15 Quick and Easy Meal Prep Snacks!

Ingredients You Need For This Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse Snack

Greek Yogurt: Packed with protein, calcium, and gut-healthy probiotics, Greek yogurt adds creaminess to this snack while boosting its nutritional content. I like to use 2-5% milk fat as I find it a bit less tangy, plus the added fat slows the rate your stomach empties, helping to stabilize blood sugars and keeping you satisfied and full for longer.

Cacao Powder (or Cocoa Powder): Adding even more depth and richness to the mousse,, cacao powder comes packed with its own set of benefits like antioxidants to help fight off free radicals and minerals like magnesium and iron to give you a little nutrient boost. If you don’t have cacao powder on hand, you can easily substitute it with whatever cocoa powder you have kicking around in your pantry. For this recipe I used unsweetened.

Dark Chocolate Chips: Delivering that luxurious chocolate flavor, dark chocolate chips form the decadent base of our mousse. If you prefer milk chocolate, go ahead and swap in those creamy milk chocolate chips!

How To Make Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse Snack

Mistakes and Fixes

Overheating Chocolate: Keep an eye on the chocolate as it melts – overheating can make it clump up or get grainy. If that happens, you can try mixing in a little coconut oil or butter and give it a gentle stir while warming it up until it’s nice and smooth again. But if the chocolate has burnt it will likely need to be tossed. 

Texture Too Thick: If your mousse turns out thicker than desired, simply thin it out with a little more yogurt or milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your preferred consistency.

Nutritional Benefits (Nutrition by Addition)

This recipe uses one of my favorite intuitive eating practices, nutrition by addition. It’s all about looking at what you can add onto your plate instead of focusing on what foods to cut out, a much more enjoyable and sustainable nutrition practice! I love using this feel good nutrition practice when developing recipes. 

Whether it’s adding some greens into a blueberry smoothie, mixing in cottage cheese to a creamy pesto pasta sauce, or tossing in some cauliflower rice into shrimp and mango fried rice, I love finding ways to incorporate more nutrition into my day in ways that don’t sacrifice the enjoyment and satisfaction I find in food.

If you’re looking to find a better relationship with food and learn how to become an intuitive eater you can learn more in my Make Food Feel Good program here.

Let’s take a look at some of the nutritional additions to this recipe!

Greek Yogurt: A powerhouse of protein, calcium, and probiotics, Greek yogurt supports muscle repair, bone health, and gut-health. Just one serving (about 1 cup) provides almost 20 grams of protein!

Cacao Powder: Cacao powder is rich in magnesium, iron, calcium, and antioxidants, which are associated with cardiovascular benefits, bone health, and may help reduce inflammation.

Dark Chocolate: Dark chocolate is known for its antioxidant properties and we love it for that! 

Recipe, Kitchen, & Time Saving Hacks

Prep Ahead: You can easily prepare the mousse in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve, making it an ideal dessert for entertaining or meal prep snack.

Use Kitchen Tools Wisely: Opt for a food processor or stand mixer to effortlessly whip up the mousse, trust me, this is so much easier than trying to mix by hand! 

If you make this Whipped Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse, it would make my day if you would leave a comment and/or star rating below— I love hearing your feedback! And don’t forget to snap a pic and tag me on Instagram @lindsaypleskot.rd so I can see your versions! It makes me so happy to see these recipes come to life in your kitchens! Xo

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