Description
Delight in these refreshing Chocolate Strawberry Yogurt Clusters, a perfect healthy snack combining fresh strawberries, creamy Greek yogurt, and rich chocolate. Easy to prepare and freezer-friendly, they offer a guilt-free dessert or snack option bursting with fruity and chocolaty goodness.
Ingredients
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Fruit & Yogurt Mixture
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Chocolate Coating
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional for smoother melting)
Garnish
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cluster removal.
- Mix Strawberry Yogurt: In a bowl, combine the chopped strawberries with Greek yogurt. Add honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract if you prefer added sweetness and flavor, mixing until well combined.
- Form Clusters: Scoop heaping spoonfuls of the strawberry-yogurt mixture onto the parchment-lined sheet, shaping them into small clusters or mounds.
- Freeze Clusters: Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze the clusters for about 1–2 hours, or until they are completely firm and solid.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using). Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Dip Clusters in Chocolate: Remove the frozen clusters from the freezer and dip each into the melted chocolate using a fork or spoon, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Refrigerate to Set: Place the chocolate-coated clusters back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Optionally, sprinkle with flaky sea salt for an extra flavor touch. Freeze again for 10–15 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
- Serve: Enjoy these clusters straight from the freezer for a refreshing, sweet, and crunchy snack.
Notes
- You can substitute strawberries with other berries like blueberries or raspberries, or add mix-ins such as chopped almonds or granola for texture.
- To make this recipe vegan, use dairy-free yogurt and vegan chocolate chips.
- Store clusters in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cluster
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
