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These easy Frozen Yogurt Bars are the perfect high protein snack for summer. With just 2 ingredients, this recipe is budget-friendly, low calorie and super healthy. Try my 9 flavor ideas, or make your own!
I eat over 3 cups of yogurt everyday. As a post-workout, I usually mix Greek yogurt and protein powder for a refreshing protein boost. Now that summer’s coming, I snack on my homemade protein ice cream, frozen yogurt, or my chocolate protein pudding.
We’re experiencing a heat wave here in Spain. Looking for alternatives to my homemade protein bars, I turned a pint of yogurt into these strawberry Greek yogurt bars. They’re my new snack obsession!
Why you will love this recipe
- 2 ingredients – Making frozen yogurt bars is so quick and easy. They come together in a bowl with just 2 ingredients. No protein powder, no cooking needed.
- Healthy and diet-friendly – Each piece packs over 7 g of protein for just 90 calories. Plus, they’re low carb and can easily be made dairy-free or vegan.
- Tasty and refreshing – They taste sweet and delicious, just like Yasso yogurt bars & co. Plus, they’re so refreshing, perfect for summer.
- Customizable – From fruit to chocolate chips, get creative. You can enjoy them as a grab-and-go snack or as a healthier alternative to ice cream after dinner.
Ingredients
Here’s the ingredient list with tips and replacement options. You can find precise measurements in the recipe card at the bottom.
- Greek yogurt – Use full fat Greek yogurt, plain and unsweetened. Nonfat Greek yogurt does not work. It gets icy and your bars won’t set. You can replace it with dairy-free alternatives like Greek-style soy yogurt. Whatever your choice, it must be thick and high in fats.
- Honey – It adds natural sweetness with no refined sugars or artificial sweeteners. Swap it for maple syrup, agave, or keto options like monk fruit or stevia.
- Vanilla extract – Optional for enhancing the flavors. Skip if using vanilla flavored yogurt.
- Mix-ins – Customize the bars with mix-ins and toppings. My recommendations are diced strawberries, blueberries, sliced banana, chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, and peanut butter.
Dietary adaptations
- Dairy-free – Swap dairy for nondairy Greek yogurt. It must have a thick consistency and a high fat percentage, or the bars won’t set.
- Vegan – Use plant based Greek yogurt and sweeten with maple syrup or agave.
- Higher in protein – Mix in a scoop of protein powder. My favorite is vanilla whey protein powder.
- Keto – Replace yogurt with whipped cottage cheese or nondairy Greek yogurt. As a sweetener, choose monk fruit, stevia or erythritol.
How to make frozen yogurt bars
- Combine ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt with honey and vanilla extract. Add diced strawberries, blueberries, or your favorite mix-ins.
- Mix. Using a spatula or fork, mix Greek yogurt until smoothly combined. Taste and adjust with more honey, if necessary.
- Prep for freezing. Transfer the Greek yogurt mixture to a loaf pan lined with parchment paper. Using a spatula or spoon, smooth it out evenly.
- Add toppings. Top with sliced strawberries, blueberries, or your favorite toppings.
- Freeze. Cover the pan with a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap to prevent freezer burns. Freeze for 2 hours, then remove from the freezer and let it on the counter for 10 minutes.
- Slice. Use a sharp knife to slice even bars. Wrap each piece individually with parchment paper, then place in zipper bags.
- Store. Freeze Greek yogurt bars for up to 3 months. Before serving, remove the desired amount from the freezer and let thaw for 5 minutes at room temperature.
Greek yogurt bars flavors
- Mixed berries – Stir in ½ cup (75g) diced strawberries and ½ cup (75g) blueberries. Top with sliced strawberries before freezing.
- Vanilla – Add 1 tsp of vanilla extract, or use vanilla flavored Greek yogurt. I recommend sugar-free options like Chobani or Fage.
- Chocolate chip – Mix in 2 tbsp of creamy peanut butter and 4 tbsp of chocolate chips. To keeps sugars low, use dark chocolate or keto options.
- Peanut butter – Stir Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp of peanut butter. For added texture, add 4 tbsp of chopped peanuts.
- Mint chocolate chip – Swap vanilla for mint extract. Stir in 4 tbsp of chocolate chips, preferably dark or sugar-free.
- Chocolate fudge – Add 3 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa powder and 4 tbsp of dark chocolate chips.
- Nutella – Stir Greek yogurt with 3 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa powder plus 3 tbsp of hazelnut butter. I wouldn’t use Nutella, your bars won’t be as healthy.
- Cookie dough – Mix in 3 tbsp of peanut butter along with 4 tbsp of chocolate chips (dark or sugar-free).
- Birthday cake – Add 1 tsp of vanilla extract and 2 tbsp of (sugar-free) sprinkles. If available, add a scoop of birthday cake protein powder.
Matteo’s tips
- Use full fat Greek yogurt – Little fat is necessary. It adds richness and ensures your Greek yogurt bars set properly. Nonfat Greek yogurt would get icy and form ice burns.
- Use a thick Greek yogurt – It must be thick and creamy to freeze into sliceable bars. If dairy-free, choose plant based alternatives with a similar consistency. I recommend Greek-style soy yogurt or coconut cream.
- Adjust sweetness to taste – After mixing, taste and adjust the yogurt. Add an extra touch of maple syrup or honey if necessary.
- Slice before storing – Freeze for 2-3 hours or until set, then cut into bars and freeze again. This allows for easier slicing. The longer they freeze, the harder cutting will be.
- Let thaw before eating – Before serving, remove the desired amount from freezer. Place the frozen yogurt bars in a plate and let thaw at room temperature for about 5 minutes.
Storage directions
After slicing, wrap Greek yogurt bars individually in parchment paper. Place in zipper bags or into an airtight freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Let thaw at room temperature for about 5 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
Can I add protein powder?
Yes, you can mix Greek yogurt with 1 scoop of protein powder. For the best result, I recommend whey protein — vanilla flavor is my favorite.
Can I use 0% fat Greek yogurt?
No, you’ll need full fat Greek yogurt. Fat free yogurt can easily get icy, resulting in ice blocks rather than delicious bars.
Are frozen yogurt bars good for weight loss?
Absolutely! My recipe is low in calories and high in protein (90 calories and 7 g protein per piece). When losing weight, protein helps you stay full and satisfied without cravings. It can also boost your metabolism.
More no-cook protein snacks
- Protein popsicles
- Greek yogurt protein pudding
- Easy frozen yogurt
- Homemade protein ice cream
- Cottage cheese ice cream
- Greek yogurt cookie dough
Greek Yogurt Bars
These easy Frozen Yogurt Bars are the perfect high protein snack for summer. With just 2 ingredients, this recipe is budget-friendly, low calorie and super healthy. Try my 9 flavor ideas, or make your own!
Ingredients
- 2 cups (460 g) Greek yogurt, full fat recommended
- 3 to 4 tbsp honey, or maple syrup, to taste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract, optional
Berries Yogurt Bars
- ½ cup (75 g) diced strawberries
- ½ cup (75 g) blueberries
- strawberries, sliced, for topping
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt with honey and vanilla extract.
- Add diced strawberries, blueberries, or your favorite mix-ins.
- Using a spatula or fork, mix Greek yogurt until smoothly combined.
- Taste and adjust with more honey, if necessary.
- Transfer the Greek yogurt mixture to a loaf pan or dish lined with parchment paper. Using a spatula or spoon, smooth it out evenly.
- Top with sliced strawberries or your favorite toppings.
- Cover the pan with a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap to prevent freezer burns. Freeze for 2 hours, then remove from the freezer and let it on the counter for 10 minutes.
- Use a sharp knife to slice into even bars. Wrap each piece individually with parchment paper, then place in zipper bags.
- Freeze yogurt bars for up to 3 months. Before serving, remove the desired amount from the freezer and let thaw for 5 minutes at room temperature.
Notes
Success Tips
- Use full fat Greek yogurt. Nonfat Greek yogurt gets icy and freezer burns may form.
- Use a thick Greek yogurt, or the bars won’t set.
- Adjust sweetness with more maple syrup or honey to your likings.
- Customize the yogurt bars with your favorite mix-ins like berries, sliced banana, chocolate chips, or peanut butter.
- After slicing, wrap the bars individually in parchment paper. Place in zipper bags or into an airtight freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Let thaw at room temperature for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Nutritional values are approximations, calculated via third party apps.
- Nutritional values are calculated for full fat Greek yogurt, 3 tbsp honey and added fruit.
- Precise calories and macronutrients may vary, based on yogurt used and mix-ins added. For accuracy, calculate your own.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 bar | Calories: 89.9kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.9g | Protein: 7.1g | Fat: 3.7g | Saturated Fat: 2.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 3.8mg | Sodium: 28.3mg | Potassium: 143.3mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 13.1g | Vitamin A: 11.3IU | Vitamin C: 8.6mg | Calcium: 88.6mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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