Welcome to part three of my sweet summer treats series!
If you’re looking for a refreshing dessert that’s fruity, creamy, chocolatey, and ice-cold – stop right here. These irresistible frozen blueberry yogurt bars, dipped in milk chocolate, are exactly what you need on a hot summer day!
Not only are they fresh, cold, and deliciously indulgent, but they’re also made with just five simple ingredients you probably already have at home. The only catch? They need a little time in the freezer before you can enjoy them. But trust me – they’re worth every minute of waiting. The only real mistake you can make is not preparing enough, because they’ll disappear in no time. I learned that lesson the hard way and now I never make fewer than ten!
These bars start with a creamy Greek yogurt (or skyr) base, lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup, and mixed with summery blueberries for that perfect fruity touch. A layer of almond butter – or cashew or peanut butter, if you prefer – adds richness, while the milk chocolate coating turns them into a true summer indulgence.
They remind me of ice cream bars or popsicles, but honestly, I’d pick these over most store-bought options any day. Not just because they’re a little more balanced (with natural sweetener and wholesome ingredients), but because they feel so much more special and satisfying.
Sure, they take a bit of patience and a few messy steps – dipping the frozen bars into melted chocolate requires speed, and waiting for each layer to set in the freezer isn’t exactly exciting. But you won’t need to turn on the oven (always a win in summer), and the delicious results are absolutely worth it!
These frozen yogurt bars are such a dreamy summer treat – refreshing when the sun is blazing, and just as wonderful as a light dessert on warm summer evenings. They’re also guaranteed to be a hit with kids!
And the best part? You can mix and match flavors endlessly. Try frozen raspberries with pistachio butter and white chocolate for a decadent summer treat. Or go for a PB&J-inspired combo with strawberries, peanut butter, and dark chocolate. You could even make a tropical version with mango and coconut flakes mixed into the yogurt – delicious with both white and dark chocolate.
No matter which version you choose, one thing’s for sure: these frozen yogurt bars are going to become a summer staple. So let’s get right into the recipe – I can’t wait for you to try them!
For 20 bars, you’ll need:
- 300 g Greek yogurt or skyr
- 200 g frozen or fresh blueberries
- 2 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 100 g creamy almond butter
- 200 g milk chocolate
Recipe:
I. Prepare the blueberry-yogurt base
- n a large bowl, mix the Greek yogurt or skyr with the honey or maple syrup. Combine with the blueberries. I personally prefer using frozen blueberries, as they add a lovely purple color to the yogurt and help it firm up a bit faster, but fresh ones work too.
- Line a rectangular dish (approximately 15×20 cm / 6×8 in) with parchment paper and add the blueberry-yogurt mixture. Spread it out evenly.
- Carefully top the mixture with the creamy almond butter, spreading it gently so it doesn’t mix with the yogurt. If you’re patient, you can place the blueberry-yogurt mixture in the freezer for 20-30 minutes first; this will make it firm enough to spread the almond butter easily.
- Cover with plastic wrap and place the dish in the freezer for at least 3-4 hours, preferably overnight, as the nut butter takes longer to freeze due to its fat content.
- Once frozen, remove the mixture from the dish. Heat a sharp knife under hot water (it really needs to be sharp!).
- Carefully cut the frozen yogurt into bars. You should get about 20 bars, but you can also cut them into bite-sized pieces for a confection-like treat – just remember to use more chocolate if they’re smaller.
- Return the bars to the freezer while you melt the chocolate. They should be ice-cold when you dip them, otherwise the process will get messy.
II. Dip the bars
- Chop the milk chocolate or break it into small pieces.
- Fill a small saucepan with a bit of water and bring it to a gentle simmer. Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl and set it over the pan, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir occasionally until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Set up your workspace: place parchment paper on the counter and have one or two forks ready to help handle the bars while dipping.
- Take the frozen bars from the freezer and carefully dip each one into the melted chocolate until fully coated. Work quickly to prevent the yogurt from melting and the chocolate from hardening. If this happens, simply return the bars to the freezer for 5-10 minutes and re-melt the chocolate.
- Place the dipped bars on the parchment paper and let the chocolate harden completely.
III. Store and serve
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Take them out about 10 minutes before serving. This way, the almond butter will be creamy and the yogurt slightly softened, while still being refreshingly cold.
- Enjoy your summer treats!
Notes:
- Stored in an airtight container in the freezer, these frozen yogurt bars last weeks – theoretically. Because let’s be honest, they’ll be gone long before that!
- Here are some combinations you could try if you want to change things up:
- Frozen raspberries + pistachio butter + white chocolate
- Chopped strawberries + peanut butter + dark chocolate
- Mango and coconut flakes + cashew butter + white or dark chocolate
- Banana + peanut butter + dark or milk chocolate
Approximate nutritional values per bar:
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Carbs: 9.5 g
- Fat: 5.5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
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