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Mocha Protein Ice Cream Bars

Created by: Teri-Ann Carty

These Mocha High Protein Ice Cream Bars are the perfect summer snack! No cooking required and just a handful of ingredients like cold whipped cream, Greek yogurt for protein and Holos Mocha Muesli! They taste like a true ice cream treat, but with extra protein, a dreamy texture, and no ice cream maker required.

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Mocha Muesli Protein Ice Cream Bars!

Most things I purchase, I actually can make myself, and I’m a firm believer that if I can make it better at home, why on earth should I buy it?

Granola is just one of those things that strongly comes to mind. Nut butter spreads, or pesto, just to name a few. I’ve made museli before, but sometimes, every once in a while, I eat something that I purchased in store and think to myself, well maybe the ease of buying it instead of making it (this time) is worth it!

I create recipes all day long, and nothing makes me happier than getting other people to do a little bit of the work for me. Enter: Holos.

I’ve been a fangirl of Holos since the day Sam, the owner, showed up in my inbox. He’s been working tirelessly to build his Canadian company, and I could not be prouder to help in any small way that I can. This recipe is a little love letter to Holos!

No Ice Cream Maker? No Problem!

I really wanted to make a true blue ice cream recipe this summer, but I knew I wanted to keep it simple, aka without any heavy machinery and my goodness, I think I nailed it!

These protein ice cream bars are fluffy, creamy, mocha-forward, and dipped in dark chocolate with chopped cashews and flaky salt. They are the kind of frozen treat that tastes like dessert, but still gives you protein from Greek yogurt and Holos Mocha Muesli.

And the best part? No ice cream maker required.

What Makes These Ice Cream Bars High Protein?

These bars are high in protein because we are using two protein-rich ingredients: Greek yogurt and Holos Mocha Muesli.

One pouch of Holos has 30 grams of protein, which is wild in the best possible way! It also brings the mocha flavour, a whole lot of texture, and a little muesli goodness into the bars without needing to add a million separate ingredients.

Then we add a whole cup of Greek yogurt to the cream. Greek yogurt is thick, creamy, tangy, and naturally higher in protein than regular yogurt. It helps balance the richness of the whipping cream and gives these bars a more satisfying texture.

And this is exactly why I love making ice cream made from Greek yogurt. You get that creamy frozen treat feeling, but with more body, more protein, and a little tang that keeps the flavour from tasting too sweet.

Ingredients for Mocha Protein Ice Cream Bars

With only a handful of ingredients, each of them pulls its weight and adds to the overall recipe. I’ve provided a few substitution suggestions if necessary!

Cold Whipping Cream is what gives these bars their fluffy, creamy texture. When whisked, it traps air and creates soft peaks, which helps the bars freeze into something lighter rather than dense and icy. Make sure it is cold before you begin!
Greek Yogurt adds protein, tang, and creaminess. It helps create a creamy, thick texture while balancing the richness of the cream. Use a thick Greek yogurt for the best results.
Condensed Milk adds sweetness and helps improve the texture of the bars. Frozen desserts need a little sweetness to keep them from freezing too hard, and condensed milk helps create a smoother, more scoop-like texture.
Vanilla rounds out the mocha flavour and adds warmth. It makes the bars taste more dessert-like and helps connect the cream, yogurt, chocolate, and muesli.
Holos Mocha Muesli is the flavour and protein powerhouse in this recipe. It brings mocha flavour, texture, and 30 grams of protein per pouch. It also gives the bars a little chew and interest, which makes them feel more satisfying than a plain frozen bar. If you cannot find this museli, any one will do (or granola in a pinch)
Dark Chocolate creates the outer shell. Once dipped and frozen, it gives the bars that classic chocolate-coated ice cream bar feeling. I love dark chocolate here because it balances the creamy mocha filling beautifully.
Coconut Oil helps thin the melted chocolate so it coats the bars more easily. It also helps the chocolate set into a smoother shell once frozen.
Cashews add crunch and a buttery nuttiness to the chocolate coating. They make the bars feel a little more special and give every bite some texture. Omit if you want to be nut free or swap them for another preferred nut.
Flaky Salt is the finishing touch. It balances the sweetness, makes the chocolate taste richer, and gives the bars that salty-sweet finish I love.

How to Make These Mocha Ice Cream Bars

Making these ice cream bars is quick and easy! Here’s how you’ll do it:

Start with Cold Ingredients

Add cold whipping cream and cold Greek yogurt to a stainless steel bowl. Cold ingredients whip better, so do not skip this detail.

Whisk vigorously until you achieve soft peaks. This means the mixture thickens, holds some shape, and looks fluffy, but is not stiff. You can do this by hand, with an electric hand mixer, or in a stand mixer. If you are whisking by hand, congratulations. This is your workout for the day!

Fold in the Flavour

Gently fold in the vanilla and the entire package of Holos Mocha Muesli. Use a spatula and take your time so you do not knock all the air out of the whipped mixture. The mixture should look creamy, speckled with muesli, and smell like mocha heaven.

Fill the Moulds & Freeze

Use an ice cream scoop or large spoon to divide the mixture into popsicle moulds. Smooth out the tops so the bars freeze evenly. Place the moulds on a flat surface in the freezer. Freeze until hard to the touch, about 3 to 4 hours.

Dip the Bars in Chocolate

Once the bars are fully set, melt the dark chocolate in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each round, until smooth. This usually takes about 90 seconds. Stir in the coconut oil and finely chopped cashews until everything is combined.

Place parchment paper onto a cookie sheet. Pop the frozen bars out of the moulds and dip each one into the melted chocolate mixture. Let any excess chocolate drip off, then place the dipped bars onto the parchment.

Finish and Freeze Again

Drizzle any remaining chocolate over the bars and sprinkle with flaky salt. Place them back in the freezer until the chocolate is set. Store in the freezer and enjoy whenever the mocha craving hits.

Ways to Customize Your High Protein Ice Cream Bars

These high protein ice cream bars are easy to customize.

If you want to omit the Holos Mocha Muesli, you can add a handful of homemade granola or chopped cashews instead. The bars will not have the same mocha flavour or protein boost, but they will still be delicious.
If you want a stronger coffee flavour, add a small amount of instant espresso powder to the cream mixture. Start small because mocha can go from “delicious coffee-chocolate moment” to “why am I chewing a latte?” very quickly.
For nuts, cashews are lovely, but almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, or peanuts would all work. You could also skip the nuts and keep the chocolate shell smooth.

Why You’ll Love These Protein Ice Cream Bars

You will love these protein ice cream bars because they feel like a proper summer dessert without being overly complicated.

They are creamy, fluffy, cold, chocolatey, lightly crunchy, and full of mocha flavour. The inside has that soft frozen yogurt meets ice cream texture, while the outside has a dark chocolate shell with chopped cashews and flaky salt.

They’re also easy. Everything comes together in one bowl, and you do not need to churn anything. I used my arm strength to whisk these, but if you do not feel like turning this recipe into an upper body workout, use an electric hand beater or stand mixer.

Tips for the Creamiest Greek Yogurt Protein Ice Cream Bars

Use cold cream and cold Greek yogurt. Cold ingredients whip better and create a fluffier base.
Do not blend the mixture. I tested it in a blender, and while it was easy, the final texture was dense. Whisking creates air, and air is what keeps these bars light.
Whisk to soft peaks. You want the mixture fluffy, not overworked.
Fold gently. Once you add the Holos Muesli, use a spatula and fold with care so you keep as much air in the mixture as possible.
Freeze on a flat surface. This keeps the bars even and prevents spills.
Make sure the bars are fully frozen before dipping. If they are too soft, the chocolate coating will be a mess.
Do not skip the salt. I will continue saying this until everyone believes me.

High Protein Ice Cream Bars FAQ

Are these protein ice cream bars creamy? Yes. The combination of whipped cream, Greek yogurt, and condensed milk creates a creamy texture.

Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt? Greek yogurt is best because it is thicker and higher in protein. Regular yogurt may make the bars icier and less creamy.

What is the best way to dip ice cream bars in chocolate? Make sure the bars are fully frozen, melt the chocolate until smooth, stir in coconut oil, then dip quickly. Place the bars on parchment and return them to the freezer so the chocolate sets.

How long do these bars last in the freezer? Store these Greek frozen yogurt bars in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one month. If stacking, place parchment between layers.

Can I scoop this instead of making bars? This recipe is designed for bars, but you could freeze the mixture in a container and scoop it after letting it soften slightly. The texture may be firmer than traditional churned ice cream.

Did you make this recipe?

I would love to know how you liked them! Leave a rating and review below and try these other recipes next:

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TERI ANN CARTY

Food Photographer and Recipe Developer based in Toronto, Canada.

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