Chocolate-Almond Greek Yogurt Cups

I may be late to the party on this one – these yogurt cups were apparently a big deal on TikTok a few years ago. But since I’m not a TikTok user, I completely missed the trend. No matter, because once I saw a few photos floating around Instagram, I knew I had to give them a try.

If you’re looking for something that satisfies a sweet craving but still feels somewhat healthy, these yogurt cups are a great option. The base is plain Greek yogurt, which is packed with protein and has a nice tangy flavor. If you prefer something a little sweeter, vanilla Greek yogurt is a great alternative. Icelandic skyr also works well – it has a similar thick, creamy texture and is also high in protein.

To make it even better, I stirred in some almond butter. It adds richness, a touch of sweetness, and even more protein. If almond butter isn’t your thing, peanut butter or any other nut butter would work just as well. The mixture fits perfectly into four 6-ounce ramekins.

The chocolate layer comes together in a snap. Just melt bittersweet or dark chocolate chips in the microwave with a little olive oil. The olive oil makes the chocolate easier to spread over the yogurt. Coconut oil is another good option. As the chocolate sets in the refrigerator, it hardens into a crisp, satisfying shell – there’s something so fun about cracking through it with a spoon.

For the finishing touch, I sprinkled on some chopped toasted almonds for a little crunch and extra almond flavor. And don’t skip the flaky sea salt (like Maldon) – it makes the chocolate taste even more intense.

I served these for dessert, but they’d also make a great afternoon snack. This version is heavy on the almonds, but if you go the peanut butter route, it’s basically a homemade take on Dairy Queen’s Peanut Buster Parfait. Either way, it’s a simple and delicious treat.