Protein Starbucks Salted Caramel Mocha Cups
A nutritious twist on the classic Starbucks Salted Caramel Mocha in a protein-packed cup form.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1 scoop protein powder (chocolate or vanilla)
- 3 oz light cream cheese
- 2 tbsp caramel extract
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- Sweetener of choice (e.g., maple syrup, agave, erythritol)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Blend together the base: Greek yogurt, protein powder, and light cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the caramel extract and cocoa powder, mix until combined.
- Prepare your serving cups or muffin tin.
- Pour the mixture into cups, leaving space for expansion, and freeze for 4-6 hours.
- Drizzle with homemade caramel sauce after freezing.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Consider adding espresso for a stronger mocha flavor or incorporate nuts for added richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: healthy dessert, protein snacks, Starbucks recipe