Healthy Frozen Yogurt Strawberry Crunch Protein Bars
These Healthy Frozen Yogurt Strawberry Crunch Protein Bars have that same sweet strawberry flavor and iconic crunchy topping but they’re made with wholesome ingredients and packed with protein.
Servings 9
Ingredients
- base
- 10 Medjool dates pitted
- 1 cup gluten-free oats
- 1/4 cup runny almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 –2 tbsp dairy-free milk
- strawberry protein yogurt filling
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup strawberry protein powder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- strawberry crunch topping
- 2/3 cup vanilla cookies of choice Simple Mills Honey Thins work great
- 2/3 cup freeze-dried strawberries
Instructions
- Step 1: Make the base
- Add the dates, oats, almond butter, vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon dairy-free milk to a food processor. Blend until a sticky dough forms. If the mixture looks dry, add another tablespoon of milk.
- Press the mixture firmly into a parchment-lined 8x8 pan or similar small baking dish, creating an even layer.
- Step 2: Make the strawberry yogurt layer
- In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, strawberry protein powder, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the crust.
- Step 3: Make the strawberry crunch topping
- Add the vanilla cookies and freeze-dried strawberries to a food processor and pulse until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the yogurt layer and gently press it down so it sticks.
- Step 4: Freeze
- Place the pan in the freezer for 3–4 hours, or until completely firm.
- Once frozen, remove from the pan and slice into bars.
Notes
Approximate Macros per bar (1 of 9)
Calories: ~273 kcal
Protein: ~11 g
Carbohydrates: ~41 g
Fat: ~8 g