One Of The Most Popular High-Protein Greek Yogurts Is Also One Of The Worst

With consumers paying greater attention to their protein and probiotic intake, Greek yogurt, the thick, tangy, protein-packed dairy product, has become the norm for many shoppers, rather than the exception. But just like with any other food labels, it's important to dive a little deeper into what the variety of Greek, high-protein, and probiotic yogurt products are truly offering.

Chowhound is on the case. After reviewing a variety of cottage cheese brands as well as a range of bacon brands stocked on store shelves, we've refocused our breakfast food ranking fixation on Greek yogurt. Based on our list of the best and worst high-protein yogurt you can buy, we have a definitive answer for the options to snag and the one you'll definitely want to skip. Fage Total Reduced Fat Plain Greek Yogurt won out for its tangy taste, creamy consistency, and grams of protein per cup. Conversely, and unfortunately for this popular brand, the Greek Gods Probiotic Honey Greek Yogurt was outed as a phony. 

An important aspect of our rating rubric was whether these high-protein yogurts really come close to double the amount of protein as their standard counterparts or not. The Greek Gods Probiotic Honey Greek Yogurt contains just 7 grams of protein in 170 grams of yogurt (⅔ cup), plus 23 grams of sugar, which is hardly different from any other standard, slightly sweet yogurt brand. If a more nutritious Greek yogurt is your goal, other brands might better serve your needs. But outside of this specifically health-minded analysis, there are plenty of other delicious uses for this honeyed yogurt.

The Greek Gods label the Probiotic Honey Greek Yogurt as being "all taste no tang," so it's better suited to consumers who don't like the classic tangy taste of Greek yogurt at all. Our review also notes that this item has neither the matte finish nor robust thickness of similar products. Because this item doesn't have the characteristic sharpness of other Greek yogurts, it's not the best swap for sour cream or buttermilk or your best option for savory dishes and marinades.

Instead, this honey Greek yogurt is better suited for smoothies, sauces, and dips where a little sweetness would be welcome. Try it in a refreshing pineapple, greens, and coconut smoothie, or blend a dollop of this yogurt with tahini for a smoother, sweeter sesame sauce or dip. A honey yogurt is also an excellent complement for both nutty granola and muesli in the morning. Add a few apple slices and you'll be perfectly satisfied with your probiotic yogurt purchase.