Chobani Flip Greek Yoghurt Mint Choc Chip
Chobani Flip Greek Yoghurt Mint Choc Chip: independently scored 4.2/10 on Protein Score and 6.3/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
10.4g protein per serve · 180 cal · 18.8g sugar · 78mg sodium · 140g serve.
Overview
This is firmly in the dessert camp, not the breakfast tub. With 18.8 grams of sugar in a single 140g tub, it's a sweet treat that happens to have a Greek yoghurt base, rather than a protein-focused snack. The sugar content is more than double the category average we track for yoghurts, which is a clear signal of its intended use as an indulgence. The ingredient list tells the same story. While the foundation is skim milk and cream with live cultures, the "Flip" component brings in choc cookies, dark chocolate, and coated rice crisps. Three different vegetable gums - pectin, locust bean gum, and guar gum - are used to keep the texture consistent, pushing the total ingredient count to 16. It's a trade-off for the convenience and dessert-style experience. Compared with the brand's own No Sugar Added Greek Yoghurt tub Blueberry, this tub has over 10 grams more sugar per 100g for a fractional dip in protein. That comparison says it all: Chobani makes high-protein, low-sugar yoghurts for the health-focused shopper, and this isn't one of them. We see the Flip range as a smarter swap for a tub of ice cream or a chocolate bar, not as a replacement for a plain Greek yoghurt. It lands on the shelf as a portion-controlled treat for someone who wants something sweet without committing to a whole block of chocolate. It's a convenient format, but the nutritional panel puts it squarely in the sometimes-food category.
Protein Score: 4.2/10
This tub is more of a snack than a serious protein source, sitting far from the brand's high-performance options. The 10.4g of protein in the 140g serve is a modest amount that lags behind what you'd expect from a product with Greek yoghurt credentials, earning it a 3.2/10. Protein per calorie is also low, delivering just 5.7g for every 100 calories consumed. At 7.4g of protein per 100g, it technically sits within the benchmark for Greek yoghurt, but it's right at the bottom of that 6-10g range. The protein density is diluted by the sugar and mix-ins, which take up valuable real estate in the tub without contributing to the protein tally. The score trails the category average by a significant margin. Ultimately, the protein here feels more like a secondary benefit than the primary goal. If you're reaching for a Chobani product specifically for a post-workout protein hit, you'd be better served by their Fit or dedicated high-protein ranges, which offer a much stronger profile for a similar calorie count.
Clean Score: 6.3/10
Chobani's core range often scores well for clean ingredients, but the Flip lineup is a different story. This tub uses 16 ingredients, including three different vegetable gums (pectin, locust bean gum, and guar gum) as stabilisers to manage the texture of the flavoured yoghurt base. That complexity gives it a 5.7/10, a score that sits well below the brand's average. The ingredient count is higher than the typical yoghurt we see, which averages around 11 ingredients. The gums are common food additives used to create a thicker, more uniform consistency, preventing the yoghurt from separating. While it contains no artificial sweeteners, colours or preservatives, the longer list of ingredients points to a more processed product. This isn't the simple, strained yoghurt that anchors the Chobani brand. It's a composite dessert where the base yoghurt is just one part of the final product. The trade-off for the convenience and all-in-one format is a product that moves away from the whole-food end of the spectrum.
Wins
- Greek yoghurt base provides 10.4g of protein per tub.
- Contains live cultures for a traditional yoghurt base.
- No artificial sweeteners, colours or preservatives.
Watch outs
- High in added sugar, with 18.8g per 140g serve.
- Protein density of 7.4g per 100g is low for a Greek yoghurt.
- Contains 16 ingredients, including three vegetable gums.
Ingredients
Mint Flavoured Low Fat Yogurt (77%) [Skim Milk, Sugar, Water, Cream (Milk), Vegetable Gums (Pectin, Locust Bean Gum, Guar Gum), Natural Flavours, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Turmeric and Gardenia Extract, Mineral Salt (Calcium Lactate), Live Cultures (Milk)], Choc Cookies (4%) (Wheat), Dark Chocolate (5%), Coated Rice Crisps (5%) (Milk)
16 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the sugar in this yoghurt added or natural?
- Most of the sugar in this yoghurt is added. The tub contains 18.8g of sugar per 140g serve, which is high. While a small portion of this is naturally occurring lactose from the milk base, the majority comes from added sugar in the yoghurt itself, plus the chocolate cookies, dark chocolate, and coated rice crisps. This is why it tastes sweet and is positioned as a dessert-style snack. We would consider this a treat rather than a daily breakfast staple.
- How does this compare to plain Greek yoghurt for protein?
- It has a lower protein density than most plain Greek yoghurts. This tub provides 7.4g of protein per 100g, which is at the very bottom of the typical 6-10g range for Greek yoghurt. The addition of sugary mix-ins like cookies and chocolate displaces the higher-protein yoghurt, reducing the overall protein concentration. For a stronger protein hit, you would be better off with a plain Greek yoghurt or one of Chobani's 'Fit' branded products.
- Is this thick enough to eat as a dessert replacement?
- Yes, it's an excellent dessert replacement. The product is designed to be a sweet treat, with a thick Greek yoghurt base and crunchy, sweet mix-ins like choc cookies and dark chocolate. Its texture and flavour profile are much closer to a dessert than a breakfast yoghurt. With 18.8g of sugar per tub, it satisfies a sweet craving in a convenient, portion-controlled format. We'd grab it as a smarter swap for a tub of ice cream.
- Does Chobani Flip yoghurt have live cultures?
- Yes, the ingredient list confirms the presence of live cultures in the yoghurt base. These are the active microorganisms that are essential for turning milk into yoghurt. While the specific strains of bacteria are not named on the packaging, their inclusion means you are getting a traditional yoghurt product as the foundation of this snack. However, the high sugar content means it's still best viewed as a dessert. We think it's a bonus, but not the main reason to buy it.
- Is Chobani an Australian brand?
- Chobani was originally founded in the United States, but it has a significant local presence. The brand produces its yoghurts for the Australian market, including the Flip range, in Victoria. So while the company's origins are American, the tub you buy in an Australian supermarket is made locally. For more detailed information about the company's history and structure, the brand's own website is the best source of information.