Almond butter treat

Almond butter treat with Greek yoghurt, almond butter, dark maple syrup and dark chocolate – creamy, salty-sweet and quick to make.

At a glance

• Serves 2
• Prep time: 5 min
• No cooking needed
• Total time: 5 min
• Calories: 350 kcal per serving
• Protein: 18 g
• Fat: 28 g
• Carbs: 6 g

Ingredients

• 150 g full-fat Greek yoghurt
• 15 g dark chocolate (sweetened with dates), chopped
• 1 pinch of sea salt flakes
• 2 heaped tbsp pure almond butter
• 1 pinch of vanilla extract
• 2 tsp dark maple syrup (or honey)

Method

You’ll need: chopping board · knife · mixing bowl

1. Stir the Greek yoghurt with the almond butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract in a bowl until the cream looks even and silky.
2. Leave the mixture to stand briefly so the yoghurt and almond butter combine better and the texture firms up a little.
3. Scatter the chopped chocolate or cacao nibs over the cream and press lightly so they sit well on the surface.
4. Finish with a small pinch of sea salt flakes so the sweet and bitter notes come through more clearly.
5. If you like it cooler and firmer, put the cream in the fridge for a short while.
6. To serve, spoon it straight from the bowl or fill it into a small glass and top with a little extra chocolate.

Good to know

Creamy, a little salty and a bit chocolatey – that's exactly my thing. It tastes like dessert but feels pleasantly simple and satisfying.

Swaps

150 g full-fat Greek yoghurt → skyr or unsweetened coconut yoghurt (more protein with skyr, dairy-free with coconut yoghurt) 2 tsp dark maple syrup or honey → mashed date (less free sugar) 2 heaped tbsp pure almond butter → macadamia or hazelnut butter with nothing added (often milder, with minerals and no added oils)

Allergens

Contains milk and almonds (tree nuts); depending on the brand, chocolate chips can contain other allergens. Usually fine for children as long as the chocolate suits their age; during pregnancy, pasteurised Greek yoghurt is the safe choice.

Frequently asked questions

Does Greek yoghurt contain more nutrients than ordinary yoghurt?

Greek yoghurt is usually more concentrated, so it often contains more protein and calcium per spoonful. Depending on the type it can also contain less lactose, because liquid is removed when it's strained.

What's in almond butter, nutritionally?

Almond butter mainly provides monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, magnesium and a little fibre. The exact nutrient content depends on whether the butter is very smooth or still slightly crunchy.

Is maple syrup a better choice than honey?

Both mainly provide sugar; they simply taste different. Maple syrup contains small amounts of minerals such as manganese, and honey brings tiny amounts of plant compounds depending on the type, but neither is a significant source.

Does the dessert suit a sensitive stomach?

That depends on the ingredients: dairy can be a problem if you're sensitive to lactose, even though Greek yoghurt often contains a little less lactose. Lots of cocoa doesn't agree with some people either.