Description
These Easy Frozen Peanut Butter Yogurt Bites are a healthy, protein-packed frozen treat made with just three simple ingredients. Creamy Greek yogurt blended with natural peanut butter and a touch of honey creates perfectly poppable frozen bites that taste indulgent but are actually nutritious. Perfect for meal prep, after-school snacks, or guilt-free dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
Base Recipe:
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2% recommended)
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 3 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but recommended)
Optional Mix-Ins:
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup chopped roasted peanuts
- ¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
Optional Toppings (add before freezing):
- Drizzle of melted dark chocolate
- Sprinkle of sea salt
- Chopped nuts or seeds
- Freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
Instructions
- Prepare Your Molds – Line a 24-count mini muffin tin with paper liners or lightly spray with cooking spray. Alternatively, use silicone bite molds set on a baking sheet for easiest removal. Have your molds ready before mixing so the batter doesn’t sit too long.
- Mix the Base – In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract if using. Use a whisk or rubber spatula to mix vigorously until completely smooth and creamy with no streaks of peanut butter remaining. This should take about 2-3 minutes of stirring. The mixture should be thick but pourable, similar to thick cake batter.
- Add Mix-Ins – If using any mix-ins like chocolate chips, chia seeds, or chopped nuts, gently fold them into the yogurt mixture until evenly distributed. Don’t overmix at this stage—just fold until combined.
- Portion Into Molds – Using a spoon or small cookie scoop (about 1 tablespoon each), divide the yogurt mixture evenly among the prepared molds, filling each cavity about ¾ full. They won’t rise, so you don’t need to worry about overflow. Tap the pan gently on the counter a few times to remove any air bubbles and smooth the tops.
- Add Toppings – If you want to add toppings like a chocolate drizzle, chopped nuts, or sea salt, now is the time. Add them to the tops of the unbaked bites while they’re still soft.
- Freeze Until Solid – Cover the entire muffin tin tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn and absorption of other freezer odors. Place in the freezer on a flat surface and freeze for at least 2-3 hours, or until completely solid. For fastest freezing, don’t stack anything on top.
- Remove and Store – Once frozen solid, remove the bites from the molds. If using a metal tin with liners, they should pop out easily. If they’re stubborn, let them sit at room temperature for 2-3 minutes, then gently twist to release. Transfer the frozen bites to an airtight freezer container or freezer bag, placing parchment paper between layers if stacking. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Enjoy – Let the frozen bites sit at room temperature for 2-5 minutes before eating for the best texture—they should be creamy, not rock-hard. Enjoy straight from the freezer as a quick snack or healthy dessert!
Notes
- Consistency Tip: If your mixture seems too thick to pour easily, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk to thin it slightly. If it’s too thin, add more peanut butter or refrigerate for 15 minutes before portioning.
- Sweetness Level: Taste your mixture before freezing and adjust sweetness as needed. Remember that frozen foods taste less sweet than room temperature foods, so it should taste slightly sweeter than you want the final product.
- Nut-Free Version: Substitute sunflower seed butter or tahini for peanut butter to make these allergy-friendly.
- Dairy-Free Version: Use coconut yogurt or cashew yogurt in place of Greek yogurt.
- Texture: Using full-fat Greek yogurt creates the creamiest texture. Non-fat yogurt works but will be slightly icier.
- Don’t Skip Freezing Time: These need at least 2 hours to freeze properly. Rushing this step will result in soft, messy bites.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Freezing Time:: 2-3 hours
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required)
- Category: Snack, Dessert, Healthy Treat
- Method: No-Bake, Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 frozen yogurt bite
- Calories: 52
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 3mg