Frozen Greek Yogurt Peanut Butter Bites Recipe
These Frozen Greek Yogurt Peanut Butter Bites are a delicious and healthy snack combining creamy Greek yogurt, rich peanut butter, and sweet honey, enhanced with mini chocolate chips and optional add-ins like cinnamon and nuts. Perfect for a quick, protein-packed treat that’s easy to prepare and freezes well for on-the-go enjoyment.
- Author: Ruby
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake, freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1/3 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy, at room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans, optional)
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Add Mix-Ins: Gently fold in mini chocolate chips along with any optional add-ins such as cinnamon, chia seeds, or chopped nuts to evenly distribute the flavors and textures.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make transferring the bites easier.
- Portion Mixture: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop small dollops of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Freeze: Place the baking sheet in the freezer and let the bites freeze solid for at least 2 hours.
- Store: Once frozen, transfer the bites to an airtight container and store in the freezer. Enjoy as a cold, healthy snack straight from the freezer.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing the amount of honey or maple syrup according to your taste preferences.
- Customize these bites with your favorite mix-ins such as dried fruit, seeds, or different types of nuts for variety.
- Store the bites in the freezer to keep them fresh and enjoy as a quick, protein-rich snack anytime.
- Allow bites to thaw slightly before eating for a softer texture if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (about 40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: frozen yogurt bites, peanut butter snack, healthy snack, no-bake dessert, protein bite, Greek yogurt snack