Chocolate Strawberry Yogurt Clusters Recipe
Delightfully refreshing and simple to make, these Chocolate Strawberry Yogurt Clusters combine fresh diced strawberries coated in creamy Greek yogurt, frozen to perfection, then dipped in a luscious semisweet chocolate shell. These bite-sized treats are perfect for a healthy snack or a guilt-free dessert that balances fruity freshness with rich chocolate indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (including melting chocolate and dipping)
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 clusters 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing and Melting (no primary cooking appliance, but main techniques are Freezing and Melting chocolate)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Fruit Mixture
- 1 cup strawberries, diced (stems removed)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the clusters from sticking and to make cleanup easy.
- Mix Strawberries and Yogurt: In a large bowl, combine the diced strawberries, plain Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the strawberries are well coated with the yogurt mixture.
- Form Clusters: Using a spoon, scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the strawberry-yogurt mixture per cluster onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Leave enough space between each cluster to allow for even freezing. You should get around 8 clusters from this amount.
- Freeze Clusters: Place the baking sheet into the freezer and allow the clusters to freeze for 30 to 45 minutes, until they are solid enough to handle but still easy to bite into.
- Melt Chocolate and Coconut Oil: About 10 minutes before the clusters are done freezing, combine the semisweet chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Dip Clusters into Chocolate: Remove the frozen clusters from the freezer. Quickly dip each cluster into the melted chocolate using a large spoon, ensuring each one is evenly coated. Place the chocolate-coated clusters back onto the parchment paper.
- Set the Chocolate Shell: Let the clusters sit at room temperature for a few minutes to allow the chocolate coating to harden. Once set, the clusters are ready to enjoy.
Notes
- For best results, make sure to freeze the clusters completely before dipping in chocolate to avoid melting.
- You can substitute the semisweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate for a richer flavor or milk chocolate for a sweeter option.
- These clusters are best enjoyed within 24 hours if kept frozen, or within a few hours if stored in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to experiment by adding nuts or shredded coconut for extra texture inside the clusters.
Keywords: chocolate strawberry yogurt clusters, frozen yogurt treats, healthy dessert, no-bake dessert, strawberry snacks, Greek yogurt dessert
