Cocobella Protein Coconut Yoghurt Pouch Strawberry
Cocobella Protein Coconut Yoghurt Pouch Strawberry: independently scored 4.8/10 on Protein Score and 7.1/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
10.1g protein per serve · 225 cal · 10.9g sugar · 25mg sodium · 160g serve.
Overview
This isn't your standard, low-protein coconut yoghurt. Cocobella has fortified this strawberry pouch with pea and faba protein to create a plant-based option with more staying power, aiming to bridge the gap between dairy-free alternatives and their Greek-style dairy counterparts. The result is a convenient, on-the-go snack that feels more substantial than most in the plant-based chiller aisle. Compared with the brand's Protein Coconut Yoghurt Vanilla pouch, this strawberry pouch has the same protein density but packs in almost a gram more sugar per 100g. It shows how a fruit flavour can shift the nutritional balance, pushing it further into the snack category rather than a breakfast base. Looking at the broader yoghurt category, this pouch lands just under the average for protein density and a little over the average for sugar. We see this trade-off often in flavoured, plant-based products. They need a bit of help with texture from starches and flavour from sugar to compete with the simplicity of strained dairy milk. Ultimately, this pouch is a solid choice for a school lunchbox or a quick bite when you're out. It's for the person who chooses plant-based first and sees the extra protein as a bonus, rather than the person seeking a dedicated high-protein recovery snack.
Protein Score: 4.8/10
This pouch lands short of being a dedicated protein product, sitting well behind typical dairy-based options. With 10.1g of protein in the 160g serve, it provides a moderate boost, but the underlying density of 6.3g per 100g earns it a 3.5/10, trailing the field in this category. That 6.3g per 100g figure puts it above standard plain yoghurts but at the very bottom of the benchmark for Greek-style yoghurts, which typically start around 6g and go up to 10g. The protein here comes from coconut milk fortified with pea and faba proteins, a common strategy to lift the numbers in plant-based products. For a dairy-free shopper, this is a significant step up from standard coconut yoghurts that often contain less than 1g of protein. However, it shouldn't be mistaken for a post-workout recovery food. Think of it as a more satisfying plant-based snack, not a protein supplement.
Clean Score: 7.1/10
A few thickeners and stabilisers, including native starch and carob bean extract, are used to create a creamy texture. With 17 ingredients in total, the list is longer than a simple dairy yoghurt, which is reflected in the 6.4/10 Clean Score that sits below the category average. The ingredient list shows the work required to make a plant-based yoghurt mimic the consistency of dairy. Coconut milk is combined with water, protein isolates, starches, and gums (agar, carob bean) to build the body and prevent separation. The strawberry blend also brings its own set of ingredients, including sugar and natural flavours. On the positive side, there are no artificial sweeteners, and the colour comes from black carrot concentrate, a natural source. This pouch sits in the middle of the processing spectrum; it's not a whole-food product, but it avoids the more synthetic additives for a dairy-free snack that holds up on the shelf.
Wins
- Contains five named live culture strains.
- Plant-based protein from coconut, peas and faba beans.
- A convenient 160g pouch for on-the-go snacking.
Watch outs
- Protein density of 6.3g/100g is below the typical Greek yoghurt.
- Contains added sugar from two sources.
- Ingredient count of 17 is higher than the category average.
Ingredients
Coconut yoghurt (water, coconut milk, pea protein, faba protein, native starch, cane sugar, calcium phosphate, carob bean extract, agar, yoghurt cultures), Strawberry blend (water, strawberry (6%), sugar, native starch, natural flavour, natural colour (black carrot concentrate), sodium citrate), Yoghurt Cultures (vegan): Bifidobacterium, L. acidophilus, L. bulgaricus, L. paracasei, S. thermophilus.
16 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- Does this yoghurt have live cultures?
- Yes, it contains five specific strains of live, vegan-friendly yoghurt cultures. The ingredient list names Bifidobacterium, L. acidophilus, L. bulgaricus, L. paracasei, and S. thermophilus. For shoppers looking for yoghurts with a variety of cultures, seeing them named on the pack is a good sign. We think it adds a layer of quality to this plant-based option.
- Is the sugar in this added or natural?
- It contains both naturally occurring and added sugars. The total sugar is 10.9g in a 160g pouch, with some coming from the coconut and strawberry. However, the ingredients list also includes cane sugar and sugar within the strawberry blend. This places it on the sweeter side, making it more of a snack or dessert-style yoghurt. We'd suggest factoring this into your daily intake if you're tracking added sugars.
- How does this compare to other Cocobella yoghurts for protein?
- This is one of the brand's higher-protein options, delivering 6.3g of protein per 100g. Cocobella achieves this by adding pea and faba protein to the coconut base. This is a significant increase compared to their standard dairy-free yoghurts, which typically have around 1g of protein per 100g. It's a good step up if you want a plant-based yoghurt with more substance.
- Where can I buy this Cocobella protein yoghurt?
- Cocobella Protein Yoghurt pouches are typically stocked in the refrigerated dairy and dairy-alternatives aisle of major Australian supermarkets. You should be able to find it at both Coles and Woolworths. Availability can vary by store location, and the brand may also sell products directly from their own website. We'd check the chiller section with other grab-and-go yoghurts.
- What does the base taste like?
- The base is a coconut yoghurt, which is generally creamier and less tangy than traditional dairy yoghurt. This version is fortified with pea and faba proteins, which are quite neutral in flavour and shouldn't be very noticeable. The dominant flavours here will be the mild coconut base and the sweet strawberry blend. In our view, it's designed to be a gentle, fruit-forward snack rather than a tart, plain yoghurt.