
These little cups hit every note you want in a dessert — cool, minty, chocolatey, and just sweet enough — without any of the digestive drama that usually comes with indulgent treats. The key is starting with lactose-free plain yogurt, which keeps the base creamy and satisfying while staying within safe thresholds for sensitive guts. A quick cocoa swirl made from cocoa powder, maple syrup, and a splash of warm water comes together in seconds and ribbons through the peppermint yogurt in the most satisfying marbled pattern. Maple syrup does the sweetening here at a portion that clears the Monash guidelines, so you get genuine richness without relying on high-fructose ingredients that can cause trouble. A pinch of flaky sea salt over the top is the move that takes this from snack to something that feels genuinely special, and the optional dark chocolate chips (70% cacao or higher) add a little crunch and bittersweet depth. The whole thing comes together in about five minutes with no cooking required, and it makes four cups that keep in the fridge for up to two days — perfect for prepping ahead when you want a grab-and-go treat that won't set off your system.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, 2 tbsp of the maple syrup, and the warm water until smooth and glossy with no dry cocoa streaks.
In a medium bowl, stir together the yogurt, the remaining 2 tbsp maple syrup, and the peppermint extract until evenly combined.
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