DIY Frozen Yogurt Bites
Create a healthy, creamy, and customizable frozen treat! You'll learn how to mix a yogurt base and decorate it with your favorite fruits and nuts to make a delicious 'bark' that snaps into bite-sized pieces.
Tools
- mixing bowl
- spoon or spatula
- baking sheet
- knife (for cutting fruit/bark)
Materials
- Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla, 1 cup)
- honey or maple syrup (1.5 tbsp)
- vanilla extract (0.5 tsp)
- parchment paper (1 sheet, cut to fit baking tray)
- fresh strawberries (1/2 cup, sliced)
- fresh blueberries (1/4 cup)
- granola (2 tbsp)
- chocolate chips (1 tbsp)
- sliced almonds or walnuts (2 tbsp)
Safety
- Adult supervision required when using a knife to slice fruit or break the frozen bark.
- Ensure all hands and tools are washed thoroughly before handling food.
- Be careful when handling the baking sheet to avoid sharp edges.
- Adult supervision required for sharp objects.
- Adult supervision required for children under 8.
Steps
- Line a baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper, making sure it covers the edges so the yogurt doesn't stick to the pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of Greek yogurt, 1.5 tablespoons of honey (or maple syrup), and 0.5 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Stir the mixture thoroughly until it is smooth and well combined.
- Pour the yogurt mixture onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Use a spoon or spatula to spread the yogurt evenly across the sheet. A thinner layer will freeze faster, while a thicker layer will melt slower.
- Sprinkle your toppings (strawberries, blueberries, granola, chocolate chips, and nuts) over the top of the yogurt. You can create different sections with different toppings for variety.
- Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until the yogurt is completely solid and hardened.
- Remove the sheet from the freezer and carefully peel the frozen yogurt bark off the parchment paper.
- Use your hands to break the bark into smaller, bite-sized pieces, or have an adult help you slice it with a knife.
- Enjoy immediately or store the bites in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.