This Chocolate Banana Yogurt Bark is a rich and delicious chocolate sweet treat that's super easy to make, and a healthy homemade alternative to many store-bought sweets and snacks!
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Why You'll Love this Recipe
- Indulgent yet healthy - this Chocolate Banana Yogurt Bark gives you all the rich, chocolaty goodness you crave, with the added bonus of being a healthier alternative to store-bought sweets.
- Simple & quick - no complicated steps here—just spread yogurt, add your mix-ins and toppings, and freeze! It's an easy, no-bake recipe that comes together in minutes.
- Packed with flavor - the creamy yogurt base pairs perfectly with the sweetness of ripe bananas and the decadent richness of dark chocolate, creating a perfect balance of flavors in every bite.
- Guilt-free treat - with yogurt as the main ingredient, this bark offers a good dose of protein and probiotics, making it a satisfying, yet light dessert option. Plus, you can control the sweetness to your liking!
- Customizable toppings - you can mix in your favorite additions, like chopped nuts, coconut flakes, or even a sprinkle of cinnamon to elevate the flavors and add some crunch.
- Perfect for any occasion - whether it's a sweet snack, a healthy dessert, or a fun way to curb your chocolate cravings, this yogurt bark is an easy go-to. It’s also great for meal prepping, as you can make it ahead and have a ready-to-eat treat on hand!
- Kid-friendly - kids will love this fun, chocolaty snack! With its playful presentation and natural sweetness from the bananas, it's a great way to get them to enjoy a healthier treat.
Ingredients
Please see recipe card below for exact quantities.
- Greek yogurt - I like to use plain or vanilla Greek yogurt, but you can use whatever yogurt you like. Opt for a higher fat yogurt for a creamier texture.
- Maple syrup - liquid sweeteners work best for this recipe, such as honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar.
- Cocoa powder - I prefer using unsweetened cocoa powder - this will give us a rich, chocolatey taste.
- Banana - make sure to use a ripened banana for its prime sweetness - the browner or more spotted it is, the sweeter it'll be!
- Chocolate chips - I like using dark chocolate chips, but semi-sweet works great too!
- Melted chocolate - I heat up my chocolate chips in a small bowl in the microwave for a quick and easy melted chocolate drizzle. Add a bit of coconut oil to it to thin it out and make for an easier drizzle!
- Chopped walnuts - you can feel free to use any kinds of nuts or seeds you like.
Instructions
STEP 1: In a mixing bowl, combine and mix the Yogurt Mixture ingredients together until well combined.
STEP 2: Pour yogurt mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread it out into a thin layer.
STEP 3: Add toppings onto the yogurt mixture.
STEP 4: Place baking sheet in the freezer for at least 4 hours until yogurt is hardened.
STEP 5: When fully hardened, remove yogurt bark from parchment paper and break apart into small pieces - you can use your hands or cut with a knife.
STEP 6: Store the yogurt bark in an air-tight container in the freezer until you're ready to enjoy them, and consume right away before they melt. Enjoy!
Storage
Store the yogurt bark in an air-tight container or freezer bag in the freezer for up to 3 months. Make sure to keep them frozen right up until you're ready to enjoy them!
Toasty's Tips
- Make sure to freeze the yogurt bark for at least 4 hours before taking them out. This will ensure that they are fully hardened.
- Spread the yogurt mixture into a thin layer for a crispy bark. A thinner bark will melt faster, however, so if prefer yogurt bark that melts a bit more slowly when out at room temperature, make sure to spread your yogurt into a thicker layer.
- Opt for a higher fat yogurt for a creamier texture. Lower fat yogurts will be more icy in texture due to the higher water content, however they will still work fine in this recipe as well.
- Feel free to add your favourite choice of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, supplement powders, or other mix-ins as you like. It's easily customizable!
- Feel free to adjust the amount of sweetener in this recipe to your tastes.
- You can break these apart into whatever size you like, which makes them great for portion control. Feel free to use your hands to break them apart, or cut them into slices using a knife.
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📖 Recipe
Chocolate Banana Yogurt Bark
This Chocolate Banana Yogurt Bark is a rich and delicious chocolate sweet treat that's super easy to make, and a healthy homemade alternative to many store-bought sweets and snacks!
Suggested Equipment
Ingredients
Yogurt Mixture
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1.5 tablespoon maple syrup
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Toppings
- 1 large banana - ripened, sliced
- 2 tablespoon chopped walnuts
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoon chocolate chips - melted
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine and mix the Yogurt Mixture ingredients together until well combined.
- Pour yogurt mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread it out into a thin layer.
- Add toppings onto the yogurt mixture.
- Place baking sheet in the freezer for at least 4 hours until yogurt is hardened.
- When fully hardened, remove yogurt bark from parchment paper and break apart into small pieces - you can use your hands or cut with a knife.
- Store the yogurt bark in an air-tight container in the freezer until you're ready to enjoy them, and consume right away before they melt. Enjoy!
Notes
- Watch the step-by-step video tutorial here.
- Make sure to freeze the yogurt bark for at least 4 hours before taking them out. This will ensure that they are fully hardened.
- Spread the yogurt mixture into a thin layer for a crispy bark. A thinner bark will melt faster, however, so if prefer yogurt bark that melts a bit more slowly when out at room temperature, make sure to spread your yogurt into a thicker layer.
- Opt for a higher fat yogurt for a creamier texture. Lower fat yogurts will be more icy in texture due to the higher water content, however they will still work fine in this recipe as well.
- Feel free to add your favourite choice of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, supplement powders, or other mix-ins as you like. It's easily customizable!
- Feel free to adjust the amount of sweetener in this recipe to your tastes.
- You can break these apart into whatever size you like, which makes them great for portion control. Feel free to use your hands to break them apart, or cut them into slices using a knife.
STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO
You can find step-by-step video tutorials for all of my recipes on my YouTube Channel. There you'll find many more tips and tricks to help you along!
Nutrition
Calories: 59kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 7mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 0.3mg
Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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