My No Guilt Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bars
The first time I made these frozen yogurt bars I knew they were something special. That magical combination of creamy peanut butter tangy Greek yogurt and dark chocolate creates the perfect summer treat. I love keeping a batch in my freezer for those moments when we need something cold sweet and satisfying without the guilt of regular ice cream bars.
A Sweet Treat You Can Feel Good About
What makes my heart happy about these bars is how they satisfy those ice cream cravings while using ingredients I feel good about serving my family. The creamy peanut butter and Greek yogurt blend creates this amazing frozen texture while the chocolate coating adds that perfect indulgent touch. My kids think they're getting a special treat and I know they're enjoying something wholesome.
What You'll Need
- Greek Yogurt: I use whole fat for the creamiest texture.
- Peanut Butter: The creamy kind works best here.
- Maple Syrup: Nature's sweetener or swap in honey.
- Vanilla Extract: Just a splash makes everything taste better.
- Roasted Salted Peanuts: That salty crunch is everything.
- Chocolate: I love semisweet but use your favorite.
- Coconut Oil: This gives our chocolate that perfect coating texture.
Creating Your Frozen Treats
- Prepare Yogurt Mixture:
- Blend your yogurt peanut butter maple syrup and vanilla until silky smooth.
- Form Mounds:
- Line your baking sheet and dollop that creamy mixture into lovely mounds.
- Insert Sticks:
- Pop in your popsicle sticks and cover with more yogurt mixture smoothing the tops.
- Add Peanuts:
- Sprinkle those crunchy peanuts over each bar then let them freeze solid.
- Melt Chocolate:
- Warm your chocolate and coconut oil until smooth and glossy.
- Coat Bars:
- Dip each frozen bar in chocolate watching that magical shell form.
My Kitchen Secrets
Always use whole fat Greek yogurt for the smoothest creamiest bars. Take a quick taste of your mixture before freezing to get the sweetness just right. Sometimes I throw in mini chocolate chips or swap the peanut butter for almond butter when I want to mix things up. Both versions are absolutely delicious.
Keeping Your Treats Fresh
These bars stay perfect in the freezer for up to 3 months when stored in an airtight container. I like wrapping each one individually it makes them so easy to grab on those hot summer afternoons. Plus they stay fresh longer this way though they rarely last that long in my house.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why add coconut oil to the chocolate?
The oil helps the chocolate coat smoothly and makes a thinner shell that's easier to bite into when frozen.
- Can I use natural peanut butter?
Regular creamy peanut butter works best - natural kinds can get too hard when frozen and might separate.
- Why Greek yogurt specifically?
It's thicker and has more protein than regular yogurt. Plus it freezes with a better texture and less ice crystals.
- How long do these keep?
They'll keep for about a month in the freezer if well wrapped. Just let them soften a few minutes before eating.
- Can I skip the peanuts on top?
You can, but they add nice crunch and that sweet-salty thing that makes these extra good. Try chopped almonds instead.