high-protein Mocha Crunch Bowl (about 50 g protein) — creamy, chocolatey-coffee goodness with a little crunch! ☕🍫🥣
📝 Ingredients (Serves 1)
| Ingredient | Amount | Protein (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Greek yogurt, non-fat | 1 cup (225 g) | 20 g |
| Chocolate or mocha whey/casein protein powder | 2 scoops (60 g) | 40 g (depends on brand) |
| Chilled espresso or strong coffee | 2–3 Tbsp | 0 g |
| Unsweetened cocoa powder | 1 tsp | 0 g |
| Sugar-free sweetener or maple syrup | to taste | — |
| Granola or high-protein cereal | ¼ cup | 3–5 g |
| Dark-chocolate chips or cacao nibs | 1 Tbsp | 1 g |
| Chopped nuts (almonds/hazelnuts) | 1 Tbsp | 1–2 g |
Total protein: ~50 g (adjust based on your protein powder).
Directions
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In a bowl, whisk yogurt, protein powder, cocoa, and espresso until smooth and thick.
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Taste and sweeten as needed.
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Sprinkle granola, chocolate chips/cacao nibs, and nuts on top for crunch.
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Enjoy right away or chill for 10 min to let flavors meld.
Tips & Variations
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Use a mix of whey + casein for a thicker, mousse-like texture.
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Add chia or flax seeds for extra fiber.
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Swap yogurt for cottage cheese (blended) if you prefer.
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Make it dessert-style: add a drizzle of melted dark chocolate or sugar-free caramel.