Whipped Greek Yogurt with Chili Honey Walnuts & Mint
Silky whipped Greek yogurt crowned with spicy-sweet chili honey walnuts and fresh mint makes a dazzling breakfast, dessert, or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 2–4 portions 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons pure honey
- 1/3 cup walnuts
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder or red pepper flakes
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
- Optional: pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, vigorously whisk the Greek yogurt until creamy and smooth.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey. Add walnuts and stir to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle in chili powder or red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt if using. Stir well and remove from heat.
- Spoon the whipped yogurt into serving bowls.
- Top with warm chili honey walnuts and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
- Serve immediately while yogurt is creamy and walnuts are warm.
Notes
- Substitute walnuts with pecans, almonds, or cashews.
- Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing chili, or use mild paprika.
- Replace honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
- Add fresh berries or stone fruit for extra juiciness.
- For vegan option, use plant-based yogurt and maple or agave syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup yogurt + 2 tbsp walnut topping
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg