Its interesting that chocolate-covered yogurt snacks started becoming trendy in the last few years as a healthier way to enjoy sweet treats. Some of the recipes flooding social media sites have thick yogurt with nut butter and other delicious ingredients added.

Some recipes combine a fruit like bananas or strawberries, which naturally freeze well, with yogurt and then dipping them in chocolate. The combination offers a balance of indulgence from the chocolate, creaminess from the yogurt, and natural sweetness from the fruit.

I love how amazing new food trends are being created on social media internet websites and some of them go viral and get loads of attention. I’m sure you have  seen the different variations of yogurt clusters, especially if you spend time on social media websites. I have tried a few of these recipes recently and they do not disappoint. Its not every day that a food trend exceeds my expectations, but these yogurt protein bites are definitely a winner.

They taste like little sinful bites of heaven, while being packed with protein! Chewy bits of caramel-like dates and nut butter are folded into a creamy yogurt filling, topped with a chocolate shell, crunchy peanuts, and sea salt. They remind me of Snickers – you will want this healthy snack on repeat!

Why you will love these yogurt clusters:

Made in one bowl and a great meal-prep snack/treat
Minimal, healthy ingredients
Yogurt bites satisfy any sweet tooth and are lower in sugar
They are no bake, making them an easy dessert or snack
Customizable: You can easily add your favorite toppings or mix-ins, such as chopped nuts, fruit like berries, chocolate chips or shredded coconut

I’m just gonna go ahead and say it – your new favorite frozen treat has officially arrived. If you are into easy, satisfying desserts that double as protein-rich snacks, these yogurt protein bites are about to earn a permanent spot in your freezer stash. The recipe is completely customizable and you can add in or take out ingredients to meet your needs, both from a dietary, flavour or preference standpoint!

I have been making these frozen yogurt protein-rich treats on repeat lately so I had to share! I love the combo of chocolate and nut butter and the nutrition facts are on point with 12 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per bite! An easy filling dessert or snack made with simple ingredients! Count. Me. In!

As well as being really easy to make, these protein bites are healthier than your average treat as they are made with wholesome REAL food ingredients. With the added protein powder it makes them more balanced than the traditional high carb recipes.

Eating protein-rich foods has many health and fitness benefits, including:
Speeding recovery after exercise and/or injury
Reducing muscle loss
Building lean muscle
Helping maintain a healthy weight
Curbing hunger

A well-balanced diet with proper ratios of macro nutrients (protein, healthy carbs and fats) provides all of the: energy you need to keep active throughout the day, nutrients you need for growth and repair, helping you to stay strong and healthy and help to prevent diet-related illness.

When you find your optimal balance and amounts of macro nutrients, you take a major step toward reaching your health goals and this balance has been improved in this recipe by the addition of healthy protein.

Your body can only absorb around 25-30 grams of protein at one time and you  likely need 80-100 plus grams a day so its important to spread it over all meals and snacks throughout the day so you can meet your required amount.

And…it sure makes it easier to get your daily protein quota when you can eat it in a delicious and healthy treat like this recipe that is both indulgent and wholesome.  Each bite is a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess, making these bars a favorite among both children and adults.

If you are looking for a delicious healthy frozen treat the whole family will love – make this one! ✨

Chocolate Yogurt Protein Clusters (Viral Recipe!)

These internet sensation chocolate covered yogurt protein clusters will quickly become your new favorite treat! The inside is ultra-creamy and they are so fun to break into! The perfect snack – ice cream like, protein-rich and only take a few minutes to make! 🍦🤎

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword chocolate covered yogurt protein clusters, chocolate yogurt protein clusters viral recipe, clean eating dessert or snack, frozen yogurt protein clusters, viral frozen yogurt protein clusters

Servings 8

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups thick Greek-style yogurt, plain or vanilla
• 1/2 cup soft dates, chopped (if hard, soak 30 minutes and drain)
• 1/2 cup cashew (or any other nut or seed) butter
• 1/4 cup vanilla or unflavoured protein powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Coating

• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Toppings Or Mix-Ins Optional

• 1/2 cup roasted, salted, peanuts, chopped
• Fresh, dried or freeze-dried fruit, chopped
• Chocolate chips or shavings
• Shredded coconut

Instructions

• In a bowl, mix together all of the cluster ingredients. Taste and adjust as you would like (you can add a little vanilla extract if needed).

  Stir in any mix-in's. You could add nuts or seeds like hemp seeds for crunch!

  Use a cookie scoop to scoop 8-10 mounds of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet. Place in the freezer for 2-3 hours until completely solid.

  Next melt the chocolate coating.

Chocolate Coating

• Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small dish and microwave with 20 second bursts stirring between each one until melted and smooth.

  Or use double boiler method - (pot of boiling water with a bowl resting on top) melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil together.

  Remove the clusters and after checking they are firm and set, working quickly, using two forks, dip one at a time into the bowl of melted chocolate until it is fully coated.

  Lift the cluster from the bowl of chocolate and let any excess drip off, then place it onto a tray lined with baking paper. Repeat with the remaining clusters.

  Or hold each one with a fork over the melted chocolate and spoon it over letting the excess drip back into the bowl. 

  If desired, sprinkle mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts on top of the chocolate while it is still wet, pressing them in gently.

  Chill until chocolate has set.

  Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. If frozen, let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.

  How to store yogurt bites:

  If you want the inside to be extra creamy, after the bites have been in the freezer for an hour or two, store them in an air-tight container in the fridge. They will be good for a few days.     

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