Light & Indulgent: Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse Cake & Napa Valley Zinfandel

As the season changes and the days start to warm up, it’s the perfect time to refresh your hosting menu with a dessert that feels indulgent yet remains light and wholesome. Our Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse Cake is a delightful blend of rich, velvety chocolate and the creamy tang of Greek yogurt, resulting in a treat that is both elegant and satisfying. This silky, creamy, and bittersweet chocolate mousse cake pairs wonderfully with a wine that boasts a fuller body, robust aromas, and vibrant notes of fruit and chocolate. Frank Family’s Napa Valley Zinfandel showcases dense red fruit and energetic spices, along with a slightly higher alcohol content that complements the protein- and antioxidant-rich dessert beautifully.

Ingredients: For Crust

1 cup	Walnuts
1/2 cup	Unsweetened coconut flakes
1 1/2 cups	Pitted packed dates
1/2 cup	Cacao powder
Pinch	Flaky sea salt

Ingredients: For Mousse

1 cup	Heavy Cream
1 1/2 cups	Plain whole milk Greek yogurt
1/2 cup	Cacao powder
1-2 tbsp	Honey
2 tsp	Vanilla

Instructions: Crust

1. In a food processor, combine the walnuts, coconut, dates, cacao powder, and a pinch of salt.
2. Pulse until finely ground and the mix forms a ball, about 5 minutes.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of an 8-9-inch spring form pan, making sure to pack it in tightly.

Instructions: Mousse

1. Add the heavy cream to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or use a handheld mixer. Whisk the cream until stiff peaks form. Using a spatula, gently fold the Greek yogurt into the whipped cream. Add the cacao powder, honey, and vanilla and stir until combined and creamy.
2. Spread the mousse evenly over the crust. Cover and place in the fridge for 1 1/2 hours.
3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the coconut milk and dark chocolate. Microwave for 30-second intervals, stirring after each until melted and smooth. Let cool for five minutes, then pour the ganache over the top of the mouse.
4. Sprinkle with pistachios, more walnuts, or dried flowers. Chill 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
5. Run a knife around the inside of the spring form pan and then release the cake from the pan. Slice and serve alongside a glass of Frank Family’s Napa Valley Zinfandel!

Wine Pairing: 2022 Napa Valley Zinfandel

This silky, creamy, and bittersweet chocolate mousse cake calls for a wine that offers a fuller body, robust aromas, and lively bold tones of fruit and chocolate nuances. Frank Family’s Napa Valley Zinfandel displays dense red fruit, energetic spice, and a slightly higher alcohol content that provides a well-weighted, complementary character to this protein and antioxidant-packed dessert.