High Protein Banana Split Dilly Bars Recipe
These High Protein Banana Split Dilly Bars are a delicious and healthy frozen treat combining fresh fruit, Greek yogurt, and a chocolate coating. Perfect for a refreshing snack or dessert, they are packed with protein and feature a delightful crunch from crushed peanuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Fruit and Yogurt Base
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- 1/2 cup chopped bananas
- 1/2 cup chopped pineapples
- 1/2 cup chopped cherries
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt of choice)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1–2 tbsp coconut oil
Topping
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
Instructions
- Mix the Fruit and Yogurt: In a large bowl, combine the chopped strawberries, bananas, pineapples, cherries, plain Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and optional protein powder. Stir thoroughly until well blended.
- Shape the Bars: Spoon a couple of tablespoons of the yogurt and fruit mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or into a bar candy mold. Insert a popsicle stick into each cluster for easy handling.
- Freeze the Bars: Place the baking sheet or mold in the freezer and allow the bars to freeze completely, approximately 2 hours.
- Melt the Chocolate: Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 15- to 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Dip and Decorate: Remove the frozen yogurt bars from the freezer, dip one side into the melted chocolate, then place back onto the baking sheet. Drizzle with extra melted chocolate and sprinkle crushed peanuts over the top.
- Set the Chocolate: Return the bars to the freezer for a few minutes to allow the chocolate coating to harden. Keep the bars stored in the freezer for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Use dairy-free yogurt for a vegan or lactose-free alternative.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey or omit for less sugar.
- To prevent sticks from falling over, freeze the bars partially upright or use a mold designed for popsicles.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the freezer to maintain freshness.
- Optional protein powder boosts nutritional value – vanilla flavor pairs well with fruit.
- For a nut-free version, omit the crushed peanuts or substitute with seeds.
Keywords: high protein dessert, frozen yogurt bars, healthy snack, banana split bars, chocolate dipped bars, Greek yogurt treat
