Strawberry Banana Yogurt Clusters (Printable Version)

Creamy frozen yogurt bites with strawberry swirl, honey, and crunchy freeze-dried fruit pieces for a refreshing treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Yogurt Base

01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, full-fat
02 - 1/2 cup strawberry-flavored yogurt
03 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Small pinch salt

→ Fruit Mix-ins

06 - 3/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, roughly crushed
07 - 3/4 cup freeze-dried banana chips, coarsely chopped

→ For Topping

08 - 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries, reserved
09 - 2 tablespoons freeze-dried banana chips, reserved

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until smooth.
03 - Divide the yogurt mixture equally between two bowls.
04 - To one bowl, add strawberry-flavored yogurt. Gently fold to create a marbled swirl effect without fully blending for a streaked appearance.
05 - Into each bowl, fold in half of the freeze-dried strawberries and banana chips, reserving 2 tablespoons of each fruit for topping. Stir gently to keep fruit pieces intact.
06 - Using two spoons, drop heaped spoonfuls of the strawberry-swirl yogurt mixture onto one side of the prepared tray, spacing them approximately 1 inch apart. Repeat with the plain yogurt mixture on the other side.
07 - Sprinkle reserved freeze-dried strawberries and banana chips on top of each cluster, pressing gently so they adhere.
08 - Freeze the tray for at least 2 hours, or until clusters are firm.
09 - Once frozen solid, transfer clusters to an airtight container or resealable bag with parchment between layers to prevent sticking. Store in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
10 - Let clusters sit at room temperature for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can prep a week of grab-and-go frozen treats in under twenty minutes without turning on the oven.
  • Every bite delivers a triple texture surprise: creamy yogurt, fruity crunch, and a melt-in-your-mouth finish.
  • They taste like indulgent dessert but pack protein and probiotics you actually feel good about.
  • Kids think theyre getting candy, adults know theyre eating smart snacks, and everyone wins.
02 -
  • Freeze-dried fruit is not the same as regular dried fruit, which will turn soggy and sad once mixed into yogurt.
  • If your clusters freeze too hard, you used low-fat yogurt or skipped the honey, both of which help keep them creamy.
  • Always freeze on a level shelf or your clusters will slide into weird shapes and stick together in a fruity blob.
03 -
  • Crush freeze-dried fruit with your hands instead of a knife so you control the size and avoid powder.
  • Freeze a double batch and stash half in a labeled bag so future you has a ready-made treat when the craving hits.
  • If honey crystallizes in the yogurt, warm it gently in the microwave for five seconds before mixing.
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