Mint Chocolate Chip Greek Yogurt Whip
A creamy, high-protein dessert whip featuring refreshing peppermint extract and dark chocolate chips. It satisfies sweet cravings with minimal sugar and is completely nut-free and gluten-free.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kimberley + Lila
Kimberley created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthEvening comfort
Head toward bedtime properly fed
A satisfying evening meal can make the night feel simpler. Notice whether the portion and timing fit comfortably into your sleep routine.
Notice: timing + overnight comfort
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Setup
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Prep
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Total
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Make It Ahead: You can double or triple this recipe and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days for an instant evening treat.
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Instructions
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Next: Add the plain Greek yogurt to a…
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Add the plain Greek yogurt to a…
Add the plain Greek yogurt to a small mixing bowl.
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Pour in the peppermint extract and maple…
Pour in the peppermint extract and maple syrup, stirring vigorously with a spoon for 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth, light, and thoroughly combined.
Look for: the mixture is smooth, light, and thoroughly combined
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Gently fold in the mini dark chocolate…
Gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips and ground flaxseed until evenly distributed.
Look for: evenly distributed
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Transfer the whip to a serving bowl…
Transfer the whip to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes for a firmer, ice-cream-like texture.
Allow: 10 minutes
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