Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bars Recipe
These Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bars are a creamy, nutty frozen treat topped with crunchy granola and optional mini chocolate chips. Made with simple wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt, natural peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and flavored with vanilla extract, these bars are easy to prepare, customizable, and perfect for a refreshing dessert or snack. They freeze solid for easy slicing and offer a delightful balance of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Core Ingredients
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter (natural preferred)
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- ½ cup granola (for topping)
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir with a spoon or spatula until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the peanut butter is stiff, microwave it for a few seconds beforehand to soften for easier mixing.
- Line the Pan: Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish lightly and line it with parchment paper, ensuring the paper extends over the edges to create handles for easy removal later.
- Spread Evenly: Pour the yogurt mixture into the lined dish and use a spatula to spread it evenly, reaching all corners for uniform thickness. A smooth surface will create more uniform bars.
- Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle the granola over the surface and, if using, scatter mini chocolate chips on top. Gently press down the toppings with a spoon or your hands to help them stick.
- Freeze: Place the baking dish in the freezer and allow the mixture to set for at least 3-4 hours, until completely frozen solid.
- Cut into Bars: Once frozen, lift the set yogurt mixture out of the pan using the parchment paper handles. Place it on a cutting board and use a sharp knife (warmed under hot water and dried) to cut into bars or squares.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter for a healthier option or substitute almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter for variation or nut allergies.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan-friendly version.
- Swap granola with crushed nuts, seeds, or shredded coconut as topping alternatives.
- Dairy-free Greek-style yogurt works well to make the bars fully plant-based.
- Freeze bars for at least 3-4 hours to ensure they are fully set for clean slicing.
- Let bars sit at room temperature for 2-3 minutes before serving to soften slightly and enhance creaminess.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks.
- Wrap individual bars with parchment or plastic wrap for grab-and-go convenience.
- Use a sharp knife warmed with hot water for smooth, clean cuts.
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