Fluffy Yogurt Protein Mousse (Printable)

Light mousse with Greek yogurt, cocoa, sea salt, and a hint of sweetness for a protein-rich finish.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy & Protein

01 - 1.5 cups Greek yogurt (2% or 0% fat)
02 - 0.5 cup cold milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
03 - 2 scoops chocolate or unflavored whey or plant protein powder (approximately 2 oz)

→ Flavorings & Sweetener

04 - 2.5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 0.25 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Optional Toppings

08 - Pinch flaky sea salt
09 - Shaved dark chocolate
10 - Fresh berries

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, cold milk, protein powder, cocoa powder, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and fine sea salt until the mixture reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
02 - Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the mixture on medium-high speed for 2 to 3 minutes until light, airy, and noticeably fluffy.
03 - Sample the mousse and adjust sweetness level as desired by adding additional maple syrup or honey if needed.
04 - Spoon the mousse evenly into serving glasses or bowls.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for optimal texture, or serve immediately for a softer consistency.
06 - Top each serving with a pinch of flaky sea salt, shaved dark chocolate, and fresh berries if desired before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like you're treating yourself while actually fueling your body with 22 grams of protein per serving.
  • No baking required, no special equipment, just a mixer and ten minutes between you and dessert.
  • The texture is genuinely silky—not dense, not icy, but that perfect cloud-like consistency that makes you close your eyes when you take a spoonful.
02 -
  • The cold milk is not optional—room temperature milk will give you a dense, yogurt-like consistency instead of the airy mousse you're after.
  • Every protein powder has its own sweetness and flavor profile, so taste before you commit to the full amount of maple syrup; some brands are already quite sweet and will throw off your balance.
03 -
  • If your protein powder is very sweet on its own, reduce the maple syrup by half a tablespoon and taste before adding more—you can always add sweetness, but you can't take it away.
  • Make this the night before and it'll firm up slightly in the fridge, giving you a different but equally delicious texture that some people prefer.
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