Strawberry Yogurt Bark

We thought perhaps you might need a few more summertime snacks that are healthy + delicious to keep your sweet-tooth sated. Last week, we gave you: Frozen Yogurt Blueberries and this week, Strawberry Yogurt Bark. Again, all the nutrition of fruit + the protein of yogurt. A win-win combination that satisfies and pleases. (and keeps that sweet tooth happy!)

You only need a few ingredients and limited abilities to make this treat, and it is perfect for days by the pool or a quick snack straight from the fridge. No one wants to spend time cooking, baking or prepping much of anything when the weather turns nice, so instead pop some yogurt in a pan and add your toppings and after cooling for a while, voíla! Also, this recipe is extremely versatile, so you can add nuts or berries of other kinds to suit your preference as well.

Strawberry Yogurt Bark:

Gather:

-Greek yogurt (we used honey greek yogurt)

-frozen or fresh or dried strawberries

-flat pan

Method:

-Line a flat pan with parchment paper and spread yogurt evenly on paper, approx 3/8 of an inch thick. (not too thick or too thin!)

- Add strawberries and other toppings if preferred, (i.e, pistachios, hemp, chia seeds, pecans)

-Freeze for a few hours or until completely frozen. (for an 8x8 in. pan, it takes about 4 hours)

-Remove from parchment and break into pieces. 

-Keep pieces in freezer until ready to eat, taking out only the pieces you are going to snack on. (If it overheats then it WILL melt!)

Snacking healthfully doesn't have to be boring, and with a little imagination the fresh fruits of the season can be even tastier than the less-than-fit options tempting you in the store. 

Be fit! See you next week for another health-inspired recipe.