Introduction

This High Protein Chocolate Dirt Cup is a delicious and nutritious dessert that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while fueling your body. Made with chocolate protein powder and Greek yogurt, it’s a creamy treat that’s quick to prepare and great for any time of day.

The image shows a clear cup dessert with three main layers: a bottom layer of smooth brown chocolate mousse, a middle thin layer of dark brown cookie crumbs, and a top layer of more cookie crumbs with colorful gummy worms placed on top, adding bright orange, yellow, green, red, and blue colors. The cups are arranged on a white marbled surface, and there is a white spoon with a scoop of the mousse and crumbs in front of the main cup. The background is softly blurred with more cups of the same dessert visible. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 scoop (25-30 g) chocolate protein powder
3-4 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
1/2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon sugar-free instant pudding mix (optional)
1 low-calorie cookie, crushed
Sweetener to taste (stevia or monk fruit)
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine the protein powder, Greek yogurt, and 3 tablespoons of almond milk. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Step 2: Add the cocoa powder, a pinch of salt, and sweetener to the bowl. Mix thoroughly and adjust sweetness to your liking.
Step 3: If using, stir in the instant pudding mix and let the mixture sit for 1 to 2 minutes to thicken.
Step 4: Crush the low-calorie cookie and layer half of the crumbs at the bottom of a serving cup. Spoon the pudding mixture over the cookie layer, then top with the remaining cookie crumbs.
Step 5: Chill the dirt cup in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes for best texture, or serve immediately if preferred.

Tips & Variations

Use flavored protein powder like mocha or vanilla for a twist on the classic chocolate flavor.
Replace almond milk with any milk of your choice to suit dietary preferences.
Try adding a few fresh berries or a sprinkle of chopped nuts on top for extra texture and flavor.
If you don’t have low-calorie cookies, graham crackers or crushed nuts work well as a substitute.

Storage

Store the assembled dirt cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you plan to prepare the pudding in advance, keep cookie crumbs separate and add just before serving to maintain crispness. Reheat is not recommended; enjoy chilled for best taste and texture.

How to Serve

A clear cup dessert with four alternating layers: crumbly dark chocolate cookie crumbs and smooth light brown chocolate mousse, starting with cookie crumbs at the bottom and mousse on top, repeated twice. On the surface, a line of colorful gummy worms in red, green, yellow, orange, and blue rests on the cookie crumb layer. A spoon holds a scoop showing both the mousse and cookie crumb layers inside the cup. The cup sits on a white marbled texture with scattered cookie crumbs and gummy worms nearby. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular pudding mix instead of sugar-free?

Yes, you can use regular pudding mix, but keep in mind it may add extra sugar. Adjust sweetener accordingly to keep the dessert balanced.

What if I don’t have protein powder?

While protein powder adds nutritional value, you can omit it and rely on Greek yogurt for protein. The texture may be slightly different, but it will still be delicious.