A delicious, light and healthier Chocolate Mousse recipe made with greek yogurt. Great for kids, this makes a really simple but very tasty summer dessert!
Chocolate Mousse has to be the ultimate in tempting dessert recipes. Rich and chocolately there is something just so satisfying about it.
But given that it's made with a tonne of double cream and quite often a mound of refined white sugar also, it's not the healthiest option out there so I set about making it a little better for us.
Traditional chocolate mousse also contains raw eggs. I wasn't keen on giving this to the baby so I wanted to also create a version that was egg free.
Without the whipped cream and eggs this mousse won't take on that characteristic light and airy texture.
It will be more like yogurt still but I promise you it tastes just as good. The whole family devoured this as a Sunday evening treat. The baby even kept coming back trying to nab more of mine!
Because I was making this dessert for the kids I used 60% dark chocolate. If I was making it just for adults I would probably use a higher percentage cocoa content but I didn't want to make it too bitter for them.
You could also add flavouring, such as orange zest or a drop of mint essence or add extra honey too.
So there you go. A delicious dessert treat that the whole family can eat and enjoy!
Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 4-5 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
A light and healthy chocolate mousse recipe made with greek yogurt
Ingredients
- 180ml / ¾ cup milk
- 100g / 3 ½ oz dark chocolate
- 500ml / 2 cups greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pour the milk into a saucepan and add the chocolate, either grated or very finely chopped or shaved. Gently heat the milk until the chocolate melts, being careful not to let it boil. Once the chocolate and milk have fully combined, add the honey and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Spoon the greek yogurt into a large bowl and pour the chocolate mixture on top. Mix together well before transferring to individual bowls, ramekins or glasses.
- Chill in the fridge for 2 hours. Serve with a small spoonful of greek yogurt and some fresh raspberries.
- The chocolate mousse will keep in the fridge for 2 days.
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Annie says
This is a very great idea. However, I used cocoa powder as one commenter suggested, and I genuinely cannot get this sweet enough to serve to children!! I have probably added at least a cup of maple syrup at this point. I'm going to try purchasing more yogurt to add to the mixture before serving it at my son's birthday party tomorrow. Beware to taste as you go when using cocoa powder for this recipe!
Rashmi Dixit says
I made this with lactose free Greek yoghurt and milk, and it was absolutely perfect. It is tangy like a yoghurt, which is perfect for me. I added some chopped walnuts on top. Like someone suggested, I whipped the yoghurt a little bit with a whisk. It’s even better after being chilled as you suggested.
Vicky says
This sounds lovely Rashmi,glad you enjoyed it.
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Jen says
How much is one serving?
Bianca Carey Spencer says
Hi Jen. The recipe serves 4/5 so one serving would be 1/4 or 1/5 of the mixture.
Wendy says
Delicious mousse. Simple, easy and m’y new go to dessert. I used an 85% cocoa solid bar to suit my taste.
Michelle L says
Did you use zero fat or higher Greek yogurt?
Twila martin says
Do u use whole fat plain greek yogurt or a loa fat?
Jeannine says
Hi There,
Does the mousse turn out thick enough after chilling that I could use it in pie form for chocolate mousse pie?
Ciara Attwell says
No it wouldn't be that thick
Viv says
This is super easy to do and so tasty too. Nice the find a dessert that isn't full of sugar but still feeels like a treat!
Denise says
Could you use a 1 percent milk or only whole milk?
Ciara Attwell says
Whole milk is best
Sarah says
Do you mjx the yoghurt with the chocolate mix when it is still warm or do you let it cool first?
Ciara Attwell says
When its still warm is fine.
Jasmin says
To lighten up the texture, could you beat the yogurt and then fold in the chocolate, so it was closer to a traditional mousse texture?
Ciara Attwell says
Yes of course, you could do that!
Shay says
Absolutely great recipe! Decided to make this for dessert a last night. Used soy milk and added an extra tablespoon of honey. A new family favorite.
Ciara Attwell says
Yum! Great to hear that it works just as well with soy milk too!
Nefeli says
I made it, it was very nice,tasty and healthy.I ate it after the gym and I was full of energy.
*at the end, I added some sun dried fruits instead of yogurt
*excuse my English
Ciara Attwell says
Dried fruits sound lovely!
Kim says
Could I freeze them? I made them yesterday and they are yummy but won't eat them all by tomorrow?
Ciara Attwell says
I haven't tried freezing them so not absolutely sure it would work, but definitely worth a try!
Allison Conrad says
Can you use almond milk in place of milk?
Ciara Attwell says
I haven't tried it with non-dairy milks myself but it should work just fine.
Jessica says
Mine came out a little watery. Any suggestions to thicken it up?
Linda says
Can I use the powdered cocoa I have here instead of a dark chocolate bar?
Ciara Attwell says
Hi, yes you can!
Valerie says
What a great idea!!! Could I use milk chocolate?
Ciara Attwell says
Hi Valerie, I don't see why not!
Summer says
This looks so great! I can't wait to try it! Should I use plain Greek yogurt or vanilla? Thanks!
Ciara Attwell says
Hi Summer, I used plain but you could use vanilla either if you like!
Tania Stays Positive says
What a great egg-free alternative. I am certainly going to try this. I looks so tasty!
Ciara Attwell says
Thank you Tania. I hope you like it!
Michele says
If I make this the night before, should I cover the mousse?
Ciara Attwell says
Hi Michele, yes I would cover the mousse with some plastic wrap or tin foil, just to stop it absorbing any other flavours in the fridge!
Lindsey says
Did you use bakers chocolate?
Ciara Attwell says
No I used regular dark chocolate but you could use bakers chocolate either.
Elizabeth says
What a great idea. I love chocolate yogurts and so this is a wonderful idea as I will know exactly what is in them - always a bonus! The new logo looks great too.
Ciara Attwell says
Thank you Elizabeth. Very sweet of you 🙂 xx
International Elf Service says
This looks fab - will adapt for dairy free. The kids will love you for it!
Ciara Attwell says
Hope they like it!
Charlotte says
These look delicious
Ciara Attwell says
Thanks Charlotte. They were so good. Definitely making it again this weekend!