Galaxy Spiral Dark Berry Yogurt (Print Version)

Dark berry jam swirled yogurt adorned with sesame seeds and goat cheese for a cosmic delight.

# Components:

→ Dairy

01 - 14 oz plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
02 - 3 oz soft white goat cheese, chilled

→ Jam

03 - 3.5 oz dark berry jam (blackberry, blueberry, or blackcurrant)

→ Garnish

04 - 2 tbsp white sesame seeds
05 - 1 to 2 tbsp honey (optional, for serving)

# Directions:

01 - Spoon the Greek yogurt evenly into four shallow serving bowls, smoothing the surface.
02 - Drizzle or spoon the dark berry jam over the yogurt in a gentle spiral pattern.
03 - Roll or break the chilled goat cheese into small, marble-sized balls and distribute them evenly atop the jam swirl.
04 - Sprinkle white sesame seeds over the surface to add texture and visual appeal.
05 - Optionally drizzle with honey before serving. Serve immediately to enjoy the presentation intact.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like an elegant dessert but comes together in the time it takes to find a spoon.
  • The creamy yogurt, tart goat cheese, and deep berry jam hit your mouth at different moments, each one surprising you.
  • Honestly, you'll make it just to see people's faces light up when they see it on the table.
02 -
  • Chill your goat cheese before rolling it—I learned this the hard way when my first attempt turned into a sticky mess that refused to hold its shape.
  • Toast the sesame seeds if you have two minutes; it sounds optional, but it transforms them from bland to nutty in a way that catches everyone by surprise.
03 -
  • A melon baller takes the stress out of making uniform goat cheese balls, and it honestly makes the whole thing look more intentional and beautiful.
  • If you can't find goat cheese or want something different, mascarpone creates this luxurious, almost melt-in-your-mouth effect, while ricotta stays firmer and slightly more textured.
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