If frozen yogurt is not attractive enough to you, try frozen yogurt bark. Creamy yogurt pairs perfectly with vibrant, fresh fruits. This frozen dessert is ideal for parties or solo treats on hot days.
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Frozen Yogurt Slice Recipe
A frozen yogurt bark is a popular frozen dessert for summer. Tris treat is also known as frozen yogurt bars or frozen yogurt slices. The yogurt mixture is spread on a flat tray or pan, then frozen solid. Once frozen, it is sliced into rectangular bars or squares for easy serving and snacking.
It is a creamy, refreshing, and healthier alternative to traditional ice cream or frozen treats.
Frozen yogurt barks pair well with toppings like fresh berries, nuts, granola, chocolate drizzle, or coconut flakes. Mix-ins like cashew butter, honey, or vanilla extract and fruit purees are also great choices.
For drinks, you can pair this frozen dessert with fruit-infused iced teas, fresh smoothies, lemonade, or citrus-based drinks. Iced coffee, sparkling water, or light mocktails, like pina coladas, also work well.
Here’s how to make the frozen yogurt barks:
Frozen yogurt bark
Nutrition
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt plain or vanilla
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries strawberries, blueberries
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Pour the yogurt mixture into the pan and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the mixed berries and chocolate chips over the yogurt layer. Gently press them down so they stick.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours or until completely set.
- Once frozen, remove from the freezer, let it sit for 5 minutes, then break into slices.
- Serve immediately or store slices in an airtight container in the freezer.
Notes
- Feel free to use any yogurt flavor or berries of your choice.
- Add granola with crushed nuts or seeds for a crunchier texture.
- Drizzle with a bit of melted chocolate before freezing for a richer taste.
- To make it dairy-free, use coconut or almond yogurt.
Variations
Here are some popular types and ideas for frozen yogurt slice variations:
- Fruit-Based Variations
- Mix berries or tropical fruits into or sprinkle on top of the yogurt before freezing.
- Swirl fruit purees or jams into the yogurt mixture for added flavor and color.
- Nut and Seed Variations
- Add chopped nuts such as pistachios, almonds, walnuts, or pecans for crunch and richness.
- Include seeds like chia or flax for texture and nutrition.
- Chocolate and Nut Butter Variations
- Incorporate nut butters (peanut, almond, cashew) into the yogurt base.
- Add Chocolate chips, cocoa powder, or melted chocolate drizzles for a chocolatey twist.
- Flavor Extracts and Spices include vanilla extract, almond extract, cinnamon, cardamom, coconut extract, and orange blossom water to the yogurt base for unique flavor profiles.
- Cheesecake and Cream Cheese Variations
- Replace some of the yogurt with cream cheese for a cheesecake-like frozen yogurt bar.
- Top with white chocolate drizzle or fruit preserves for extra decadence.
- Vegan and Dairy-Free Options
- Use high-fat dairy-free yogurts (like coconut or almond-based).
- Sweeten with maple syrup or agave instead of honey.