Dairy based-desserts include a large group of different products such as cream, pudding, mousse and ice cream. To improve their nutritional value and sensory properties, probiotic bacteria can be added, in addition to cocoa, fruits and cereals. Puddings and mousses with coccoa have been proven as an excellent medium for the growth and multiplication of probiotic bacteria, which could be the main reason for the growing demand for this type of product. The aim of this article is to give an overview of the research on the use of probiotic bacteria in the production of dairy-based desserts with added cocoa.
