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Salted Caramel Mocha Protein Cups

Get your favorite coffee shop flavors right at home. These dessert cups are rich, creamy, and super easy to make. They are layered with chocolate crumbs, mocha cream, and sweet caramel. It is the perfect sweet treat that keeps you full and happy.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy Meal Prep, Healthy Coffee Dessert, Mocha Protein Cups
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

The Mocha Base

  • 1½ cups low-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
  • 1 tbsp dark cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp instant espresso powder dissolved in 1 tbsp warm water

The Crunch

  • chocolate graham crackers or low-sugar chocolate cookie crumbs, crushed

The Swirl & Finish

  • 2-3 tbsp sugar-free caramel sauce
  • A generous pinch of coarse sea salt or flaky salt
  • Optional: sugar-free chocolate curls for topping

Instructions

  • Mix the Mocha Cream: In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder, dark cocoa powder, and the dissolved espresso mixture. Stir it up until it is fully mixed, rich, and super creamy.
  • Start the Layering: Take two nice dessert glasses. Put half of the crushed chocolate cookie crumbs into the bottom of the glasses to make a yummy crust.
  • Drizzle and Salt: Drizzle a teaspoon of the sugar-free caramel sauce right over the crumbs. Add a tiny pinch of sea salt.
  • Spoon the Mousse: Divide half of your rich mocha mixture between the two cups. Smooth it out with a spoon.
  • Repeat the Magic: Add another layer of chocolate crumbs, another drizzle of caramel, and the rest of the mocha filling.
  • The Grand Finale: Top each cup with a fun zig-zag drizzle of caramel sauce. Add a final touch of flaky sea salt and a few chocolate curls if you want to feel fancy.
  • Chill: Put them in the fridge for one hour. This helps the flavors blend together perfectly.

Notes

  • Protein Blend: Use whey for a thick mousse. Add a splash of almond milk if plant-based protein makes it too dry.
  • Sweetness: Taste after mixing. Add a few drops of stevia if you want it sweeter.
  • Caffeine: Use decaf espresso powder if enjoying this as a late-night treat.
  • Crunch: Swap cookie crumbs for chocolate graham crackers or low-sugar granola.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 280mg | Sugar: 6g