Mexican Chocolate Frozen Yogurt

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 18

Mexican Chocolate Frozen Yogurt – A Spicy Take on a Classic Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

160

Sugar

25g

Fat

If you're a fan of Mexican hot chocolate, this recipe is perfect for you. Mexican Chocolate Frozen Yogurt takes all of the spicy, chocolaty goodness of the classic drink and turns it into a tangy, refreshing dessert. The use of Greek yogurt instead of cream makes this recipe much healthier than traditional ice creams, while the added spices provide a unique and exciting flavor profile.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, white sugar, and sifted cocoa powder until smooth.
2.	Stir in the half-and-half, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt until well combined.
3.	Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.
4.	Once frozen, transfer the frozen yogurt to an airtight container and freeze for another 2 hours before serving.

PROS

Mexican Chocolate Frozen Yogurt combines the creaminess of Greek yogurt with the sweetness of sugar and cocoa powder, and the spiciness of cinnamon and cayenne pepper.

The finished product is a rich, satisfying dessert that’s low in fat and calories compared to traditional ice creams.

CONS

The use of cayenne pepper in this recipe may be too spicy for some people’s liking.

Also, since this recipe uses Greek yogurt instead of cream, the finished product may have a slightly tangy flavor that some people may not enjoy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe uses Greek yogurt instead of cream, which significantly reduces its fat content while increasing its protein content.
Also, the use of cinnamon and cayenne pepper may have various health benefits such as lowering blood sugar levels, reducing inflammation, and boosting metabolism.

	3 cups Greek yogurt
	2/3 cup white sugar
	1/2 cup sifted cocoa powder
	1/4 cup half-and-half
	1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
	1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
	1 pinch salt