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Delicious Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes (plus optional overnight chilling)
  • Yield: 5 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Peppermint Chocolate Whipped Greek Yogurt is a light, creamy, and festive dessert or snack that combines the rich flavors of cocoa and refreshing peppermint with the tangy goodness of Greek yogurt. Whipped to a mousse-like texture, it’s sweetened naturally with maple syrup and enhanced with vanilla and peppermint flavoring. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a delightful treat any time of year, it can be served immediately or chilled overnight for an even thicker consistency.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole fat)
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3-4 tablespoons maple syrup (3 for normal sweetness, 4 if you like it sweeter)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint flavoring
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process or natural)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Optional Toppings

  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Whipped cream
  • Crushed candy canes

Instructions

  1. Whip the yogurt and cream: Combine the Greek yogurt, heavy whipping cream, maple syrup, vanilla paste, and peppermint flavoring in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment (or use a hand mixer). Start mixing on low speed for about 20 seconds to blend the cream into the yogurt.
  2. Increase mixing speed: Gradually increase the mixer speed to the highest setting and whisk for about 2 minutes. Then, reduce the speed, turn off the mixer, and use a spatula to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
  3. Continue whipping: Whisk again for another 1-2 minutes, until soft peaks form when the whisk is lifted. The peaks should hold shape but remain soft and not stiff.
  4. Add cocoa powder and salt: Add the unsweetened cocoa powder and salt to the whipped mixture. Mix on low to medium speed until the cocoa is fully incorporated.
  5. Final mixing and serving: Remove the bowl from the mixer and stir quickly with a rubber spatula to ensure everything is evenly mixed. You can enjoy the whipped Greek yogurt immediately or chill it overnight in the refrigerator for a thicker, mousse-like texture.
  6. Garnish and store: Serve with optional toppings like mini chocolate chips, whipped cream, or crushed candy canes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days for best quality.

Notes

  • Use full-fat or 2% Greek yogurt for the best creamy texture and richness.
  • Adjust maple syrup quantity to your preferred level of sweetness.
  • Chilling the whipped yogurt overnight improves texture and flavor, making it thicker and more mousse-like.
  • The peppermint flavoring can be substituted with peppermint extract, but adjust quantity carefully as extract is more potent.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives, but whipping results may vary.
  • This recipe serves as a healthy dessert or snack, packed with protein from Greek yogurt.

Find it online: https://dishrise.com/peppermint-chocolate-whipped-greek-yogurt-recipe/