Bariatric Peppermint Mocha Protein Pudding (Low-Carb & Festive Dessert) Recipe
Bariatric Peppermint Mocha Protein Pudding is a luscious, high-protein dessert that satisfies holiday cravings without extra sugar or excess carbs. With creamy yogurt and cottage cheese, a scoop of protein powder, and a hint of espresso and peppermint, it’s a delicious, portion-controlled treat that fits well into many bariatric meal plans.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder ~25–30 g
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 –2 tsp instant espresso or 1 tbsp brewed coffee
- 1/4 –1/3 cup erythritol or preferred sweetener, to taste
- 1/2 –1 tsp peppermint extract start small
- Pinch salt 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 2 tbsp heavy cream
- Garnish: sugar-free chocolate shavings mint
Instructions
- In a blender combine Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, almond milk, cocoa, espresso, vanilla, and salt.
- Add protein powder and pulse until smooth. Add optional heavy cream and pulse briefly.
- Sweeten with erythritol to taste; add peppermint extract a few drops at a time.
- Spoon into 4 jars; chill at least 30 minutes. Garnish before serving.