Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bites

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 1 heaped cup plain Greek or Greek-style yogurt
• 1/4 cup runny natural peanut butter
• 3 tbsp chocolate or vanilla protein powder
• 1/4 cup peanuts (for topping)

For the Chocolate Coating:

• 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
• 3 tsp coconut oil
• Flakey sea salt (such as @maldonsalt) for topping

Directions:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and peanut butter. Stir until well combined.
   • Add in the protein powder and mix thoroughly until it’s evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
2. Shape the Bars:
   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   • Divide the mixture into 5-6 even portions and drop them onto the baking sheet.
   • Flatten each dollop into a circular shape and sprinkle peanuts on top.
   • Place the tray in the freezer for 30 minutes to 1 hour or until the shapes are fully frozen and can be easily lifted off the parchment.
3. Prepare the Chocolate Coating:
   • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil.
   • Microwave for about 1 minute, pausing to stir every 30 seconds, until the chocolate is smooth and has a liquid consistency.
4. Coat the Bars:
   • Dip each frozen yogurt and peanut bar into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated.
   • Place the coated bars back onto the parchment paper, sprinkle with flakey sea salt, and return them to the freezer for another 5-10 minutes or until the chocolate has fully hardened.
5. Serving:
   • Let the bars defrost for approximately 5 minutes before consuming for the best texture.
6. Storage:
   • Keep the bars stored in the freezer. Note that they will become hard and icy right after removal, so it’s best to wait for about 5-7 minutes for them to slightly defrost before enjoying.

Enjoy your delightful Yogurt and Peanut Protein Bars with a rich Chocolate Coating! Perfect as a snack or post-workout treat.