Low FODMAP No-Bake Mocha Crunch Yogurt Cups
These no-bake yogurt cups are the kind of dessert that feels indulgent but comes together in under 30 minutes with zero oven time. The mocha-spiked yogurt base — made with lactose-free plain yogurt, instant espresso powder, and a touch of maple syrup — is cool, creamy, and just sweet enough to feel like a treat. On top sits a chocolate-studded puffed rice crumble that gets tossed in melted coconut oil and maple syrup, then sets up in the fridge into satisfying little clusters with a gentle snap of dark chocolate in every bite. Keeping this style of dessert gut-friendly usually means navigating tricky sweeteners and dairy, but every ingredient here is chosen with portion thresholds in mind — the maple syrup stays well within safe limits across both components, and the dark chocolate clocks in at a modest amount per serving. After just 20 minutes in the fridge, the crumble firms up beautifully against the chilled yogurt, and a light dusting of cocoa powder right before serving makes the whole thing look like it came from a café case. This recipe makes four cups, so it's easy to prep ahead and pull out whenever a coffee-chocolate craving hits.
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4 servings
For the yogurt base
- 2 cups plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp instant espresso powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the crumble topping
- 1 cup puffed rice cereal
- 2 oz dark chocolate (>70% cacao), finely chopped
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- pinch of fine salt
For serving
- 1 tsp cocoa powder (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, 2 tbsp maple syrup, instant espresso powder, and vanilla extract until the espresso powder is fully dissolved and the mixture is uniform in color, about 1 minute. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed, then set aside.
- 2
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the coconut oil and remaining 2 tbsp maple syrup, stirring until the coconut oil melts and the mixture is fluid, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
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