Protein Tokyo Café Dessert Jar
A delightful dessert jar made with layers of creamy Greek yogurt, light cream cheese, and fresh fruits, offering a healthy twist on indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or skyr
- 1/2 cup light cream cheese
- 1 scoop protein powder (flavored or unflavored)
- 1–2 teaspoons matcha powder or zest of yuzu
- Natural sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or agave nectar)
- Fresh fruits (berries or sliced bananas for decoration)
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Prep your workspace with all ingredients within reach.
- Mix the Creamy Base: Combine Greek yogurt, light cream cheese, and protein powder. Whisk until smooth and add sweetener.
- Add Flavors: Introduce matcha or yuzu zest to the mixture.
- Layer Wisely: Begin layering in jars with the creamy base.
- Fruits on Top: Add a layer of fresh fruits for decoration.
- Repeat the Process: Continue layering until the jars are filled.
- Final Touch: Top with matcha, kinako, or sweetener.
- Chill & Enjoy: Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
You can customize layers with different fruits and flavors. This dessert stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: dessert, healthy, yogurt, protein, Japanese