Cocobella Dairy Free Mango Coconut Yoghurt
Cocobella Dairy Free Mango Coconut Yoghurt: independently scored 2.8/10 on Protein Score and 7.4/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
1.1g protein per serve · 167 cal · 6.8g sugar · 18mg sodium · 125g serve.
Overview
This is a plant-based yoghurt for people who prioritise flavour and a dairy-free ingredient list above all else. Based on coconut milk, Cocobella's mango tub is a lighter, tangier affair than the thick, protein-heavy Greek yoghurts that dominate the chiller aisle. It's a product you reach for because you want a coconut yoghurt, not because you're trying to find a direct protein replacement for dairy. The nutritional panel tells the story. At just 0.8g of protein per 100g, it sits well below the category average of 7.4g. The sugar number, however, is a pleasant surprise. At 5.4g per 100g, it's lower than many mainstream flavoured yoghurts, which can easily top 10-14g. This makes it a more moderate choice for a sweet breakfast base or snack, though the protein contribution is minimal. Compared with the brand's Dairy Free Vanilla Coconut Yoghurt, this mango version is almost identical on protein and has fractionally less sugar. It's a different proposition to Cocobella's own 'Protein' tubs, which use a different formulation to lift protein significantly. We see this standard range as a flavour carrier, designed to be eaten on its own or with granola where another ingredient is doing the heavy lifting. Ultimately, this tub succeeds as a tasty, dairy-free alternative but it doesn't play in the same league as high-protein yoghurts. It's for the plant-based shopper who reads the label and understands that coconut's strengths lie in texture and taste, not protein content.
Protein Score: 2.8/10
Protein here comes from the coconut base, which explains why the numbers are so low. With just 0.8g of protein per 100g, this tub lands a 2.3/10, lagging far behind dairy-based Greek or even standard yoghurts. It's a plant-based alternative, not a protein equivalent. The gap to the benchmarks is significant. A typical plain Greek yoghurt delivers between 6-10g of protein per 100g, making it around ten times denser in protein than this coconut-based tub. Even standard dairy yoghurts offer a more meaningful 4-6g per 100g, highlighting the trade-off you make when opting for a coconut base. This isn't a post-workout snack or a way to build a high-protein breakfast. We see it as a flavour base for granola or fruit where another ingredient is doing the protein work. Shoppers chasing a plant-based protein hit should look towards the brand's own 'Protein' labelled range instead.
Clean Score: 7.4/10
The main additive here is sodium citrate, used to regulate acidity and stabilise the texture. With 14 ingredients in total, including starches and gums, the formulation is more complex than a simple plain yoghurt, earning a Clean Score/10. It sits slightly below the category average for ingredient simplicity. These ingredients - like native starch, tapioca syrup, carob bean extract, and agar - are what create the thick, yoghurt-like texture from a coconut milk base. Without them, the product would likely be much thinner and less stable. It's the trade-off for creating a dairy-free product that behaves like its dairy equivalent on the spoon. While it avoids artificial sweeteners, colours, and preservatives, the overall ingredient count is higher than the average yoghurt we track. For a shopper who wants the absolute cleanest label, Cocobella's own plain coconut yoghurt is a simpler option, though this mango version is still a reasonably straightforward product.
Wins
- Plant-based coconut recipe suitable for dairy-free shoppers.
- Low sugar at just 5.4g per 100g, less than many flavoured yoghurts.
- Contains live cultures and probiotics.
Watch outs
- Extremely low protein at just 1.1g per 125g serve.
- Higher ingredient count (14) than a typical plain yoghurt.
- Not a source of fibre, with 0g listed per serve.
Ingredients
Coconut yoghurt (water, coconut milk, native starch, tapioca syrup, carob bean extract, agar, yoghurt cultures and probiotics), Mango blend (mango (6%), water, sugar, rice starch, natural flavour, sodium citrate).
14 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I buy Cocobella's Mango Coconut Yoghurt?
- Cocobella's Mango Coconut Yoghurt is typically stocked in the chiller aisle at major Australian supermarkets. It is catalogued at both Coles and Woolworths in the 500g tub format. Availability can vary by store location, so it's always a good idea to check the retailer's website for local stock levels. We'd suggest checking the dairy-free or plant-based sections of the yoghurt aisle.
- Is the sugar in this yoghurt added or natural?
- This yoghurt contains added sugar. The 5.4g of sugar per 100g is a combination of naturally occurring sugars from the mango and added sugar within the 'mango blend' component. While sugar is added, the total amount is still quite moderate for a flavoured yoghurt, sitting well below the 10-14g per 100g we often see in the category. We'd consider it a lightly sweetened option rather than a dessert-style yoghurt.
- How does this compare to Greek yoghurt for protein?
- It's significantly lower in protein. This coconut yoghurt provides just 0.8g of protein per 100g, whereas a typical plain Greek yoghurt contains between 6-10g per 100g. The difference comes from the base ingredient; Greek yoghurt is made from strained dairy milk, which concentrates the protein. Coconut milk is naturally low in protein. Skip this one if you're looking for a protein-dense, post-workout recovery snack.
- Does Cocobella coconut yoghurt have live cultures?
- Yes, it does. The ingredient list confirms the presence of 'yoghurt cultures and probiotics', which are added during production to ferment the coconut milk base. The specific strains of these cultures are not named on the packaging, which is common for many yoghurt products. For shoppers looking to include cultured foods in their diet, this tub fits the bill, but it doesn't offer the specific strain information some probiotic-focused brands do.
- Who owns Cocobella and where is it made?
- Cocobella is an Australian brand owned by Made Group, and its products are made in Australia. This information has been verified for the brand's range of coconut waters and yoghurts. For more detailed information on the company's history or manufacturing processes, the brand's own website is the best source. We haven't independently verified other details beyond ownership and country of origin.