Strawberry Yogurt Dots Recipe
Introduction
Few snacks are as charming and crowd-pleasing as strawberry yogurt dots—bite-sized treats that deliver fruity flavor and creamy tang in every poppable morsel. Whether you’re looking for an easy lunchbox surprise or a refreshing after-school snack, these strawberry yogurt dots are a fun, nutritious choice the whole family will love.
They’re simple to make and require just a handful of wholesome ingredients, plus a few minutes of hands-on time. Their vibrant flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture make them irresistible to kids and adults alike.
What Makes Strawberry Yogurt Dots So Delightful?
With each bite, you experience a burst of real strawberry flavor mellowed by creamy, tangy yogurt. These frozen dots are naturally sweet, cool, and slightly tart—perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without added guilt.
By blending fresh strawberries and yogurt, you keep the snack wholesome, protein-rich, and free from mystery ingredients. You can even jazz them up with honey, other berries, or a hint of vanilla for a custom twist.
How to Prepare Your Strawberry Yogurt Mixture
The secret to smooth, vibrant yogurt dots is blending your strawberries and yogurt into a perfectly creamy mixture. For best results, use a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender to ensure an even, velvety texture. This powerful tool makes it effortless to puree the berries and get a flawless consistency.
Once blended, spoon or pipe the mixture onto a baking sheet for freezing. For easy release, line your cutting board or tray with a sheet of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll—the yogurt dots will lift right off after freezing.
Assembling and Freezing Your Strawberry Yogurt Dots
You can use a piping bag, zip-top bag with the corner snipped off, or a small spoon to make neat dots. Pipe small circles directly onto your parchment-lined tray. Place them in the freezer for at least two hours until they’re firm all the way through.
If space is at a premium in your freezer, opt for multiple trays or use stackable wire racks. After freezing, store your dots in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to keep them fresh and protect them from freezer burn.
Creative Ways to Enjoy Strawberry Yogurt Dots
Aside from enjoying them as a snack, try adding these vibrant dots atop smoothie bowls or layered parfaits for a fun pop of color and taste. They also make a playful and healthy dessert garnish or act as a sweet treat for summer parties—simply toss a batch in a Bentgo Salad Container for transport to picnics or playgrounds.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe yields about 60 strawberry yogurt dots, with a serving size of approximately 10 dots per person. Each serving typically has 30–40 calories, minimal fat, and a protein boost from the yogurt, making these a smart, low-guilt treat.
Strawberry Yogurt Dots: Healthy, Simple, and Fun
Strawberry yogurt dots stand out as a quick and wholesome treat. Featuring fruity freshness and creamy texture, they bring pure joy—making snack time both delicious and nourishing.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prep your strawberries by rinsing and chopping them. For a clean and sturdy prep surface, grab a Bamboo Cutting Board.
- Combine strawberries, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla (if using) in a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Line a baking sheet or cutting board with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for an easy, non-stick base.
- Spoon the strawberry yogurt mixture into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the tip snipped. Pipe small dots—about ½ inch in diameter—onto the parchment-lined tray.
- Freeze for at least 2 hours, or until completely solid. Once frozen, transfer the dots into Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for storage.
- Enjoy your strawberry yogurt dots straight from the freezer for a cool, refreshing snack!
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Freeze Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes