Can I just freeze yogurt to make frozen yogurt?

Yes, but freezing plain yogurt on its own can result in a very icy texture. Mixing it with ingredients like peanut butter, fruit purées, or a touch of sweetener helps create a smoother, creamier frozen treat.

Is frozen yogurt actually healthier than ice cream?

Frozen yogurt typically has less fat than traditional ice cream since it’s made with yogurt instead of heavy cream. However, the overall difference depends on the recipe and added ingredients.

How long does it take for yogurt and peanut butter to freeze?

When combined for this recipe, the mixture usually needs 3 to 4 hours in the freezer to firm up. The exact time can vary depending on your freezer and the thickness of the mixture.

Can you freeze peanut butter bars?

Absolutely! Peanut butter bars, including this frozen yogurt version, freeze beautifully. Just wrap them well and store in an airtight container to keep them fresh and avoid freezer burn.

Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bars

Description

Creamy, nutty, and irresistibly chocolate-coated, these Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bars are the ultimate frozen treat. Perfect for hot days or as a make-ahead dessert, they feature a smooth peanut butter-Greek yogurt filling topped with crunchy peanuts and wrapped in a decadent chocolate shell.

Ingredients

Scale

240g (1 cup) plain Greek yogurt

128g (1/2 cup) creamy peanut butter

15ml (1 tablespoon) maple syrup or honey

5ml (1 teaspoon) vanilla extract

30g (2 tablespoons) roasted and salted peanuts (optional)

170g (1 cup / 6 oz) chocolate chips or chopped chocolate

30ml (2 tablespoons) coconut oil

Instructions

1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper or a silicone baking mat.

2. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, peanut butter, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.

3. Use a cupcake or ice cream scoop to dollop half of the mixture into 4-6 mounds on the lined pan. Press a popsicle stick into each mound, then top with the remaining yogurt mixture. Flatten slightly.

4. Scatter roasted peanuts evenly over each mound. Freeze for at least 2 hours until solid.

5. Melt chocolate and coconut oil together in the microwave, stirring between intervals.

6. Dip each frozen yogurt bar into the chocolate mixture. Place back on the sheet pan. Serve immediately or freeze for later.

7. Let bars thaw 5-10 minutes before eating for easier biting.

Notes

For extra texture, mix in 2 tablespoons of mini chocolate chips into the yogurt mixture before freezing.

To make a neater presentation, place peanut halves flat-side down on the yogurt mounds before freezing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 363
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 110mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: frozen yogurt bars, peanut butter dessert, no bake chocolate treat