This high-protein chocolate Greek yogurt bark is an easy frozen snack made with nonfat Greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder, sugar-free chocolate syrup, and a few simple toppings.
I used strawberries, walnuts, shredded coconut, and chocolate chips on mine. You get chocolate in the yogurt base and a little more from the chips, while the fruit, coconut, and walnuts keep every piece from being exactly the same.
The recipe makes four servings with approximately 105 calories and 12 grams of protein per serving. It is a simple way to turn Greek yogurt and protein powder into something you can keep in the freezer when you want a cold, macro-friendly dessert.
You also don't need a full-size sheet pan. I spread mine on a small eighth-sheet pan in a layer about ½ inch thick, then froze it for approximately 1½ hours.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Approximately 12 grams of protein: The nonfat Greek yogurt and chocolate whey provide most of the protein.
- No baking required: Mix, spread, add the toppings, and freeze.
- Macro-friendly portions: Each of the four servings has approximately 105 calories.
- Easy to customize: Keep the chocolate yogurt base and change the toppings.
- Small batch: An eighth-sheet pan is plenty large enough for the entire recipe.
Ingredients
Nonfat Greek yogurt
Plain nonfat Greek yogurt creates the base of the bark and contributes protein without adding much fat. Different brands have slightly different nutrition, so check your container if you track everything closely.
Chocolate protein powder
I used one scoop of Legion Whey+ Dutch Chocolate. One scoop adds chocolate flavor and 22 grams of protein to the full recipe.
Another chocolate protein powder may work, but it can change the sweetness, consistency, and nutrition.
Sugar-free chocolate syrup
Use the pourable chocolate syrup sold as an ice cream topping. It adds more chocolate flavor and helps loosen the yogurt and protein powder mixture slightly.
Toppings
I topped mine with four chopped strawberries and 1 tablespoon each of chopped walnuts, chocolate chips, and shredded coconut.
Those amounts keep the toppings under control while still putting a little fruit, chocolate, coconut, and crunch throughout the bark.
Equipment I Used
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How to Make Chocolate Greek Yogurt Bark
1. Prepare the tray
Line a small eighth-sheet pan or another freezer-safe surface with parchment paper. The parchment makes it much easier to lift the frozen bark from the pan.
2. Mix the chocolate yogurt base
Add 1 cup of nonfat Greek yogurt, 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder, and about 2 tablespoons of sugar-free chocolate syrup to a bowl.
Stir until the protein powder is completely mixed into the yogurt and the color looks even.
3. Spread it out
Transfer the mixture to the lined pan and spread it into an even layer approximately ½ inch thick.
The exact pan dimensions matter less than the thickness. If you use a larger pan, simply avoid spreading the yogurt across the entire surface.
4. Add the toppings
Scatter the chopped strawberries, walnuts, chocolate chips, and shredded coconut over the yogurt.
Spread them across the entire surface so the finished servings contain a mixture of toppings.
5. Freeze
Place the pan on a level surface in the freezer for about 1½ hours, or until the bark is firm enough to cut.
6. Slice and serve
Lift the bark from the pan with the parchment paper. Cut or break it into four servings.
If it has been frozen longer and is too hard to cut easily, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes first.
Tips for the Best Yogurt Bark
Keep the layer about ½ inch thick
Spreading the mixture too thin will give you brittle pieces. A much thicker layer will need more time to freeze.
Mix the protein powder completely
Break up any dry pockets before spreading the yogurt on the pan. Scrape around the bottom and sides of the bowl as you mix.
Keep the pan level
Set the tray on a flat freezer shelf so the mixture does not collect at one end.
Chop the strawberries
Smaller strawberry pieces are easier to distribute and make the finished bark easier to cut.
Let deeply frozen bark soften briefly
The bark will become harder when stored longer than the initial 1½-hour freeze. Give it a few minutes at room temperature before slicing or eating.
Topping Ideas
You can change the toppings while keeping the chocolate yogurt base the same. A few options include:
- Blueberries or raspberries
- Chopped almonds or pecans
- Peanut butter chips
- Mini chocolate chips
- Crushed cereal
- Granola
- Sprinkles
- A light peanut butter drizzle
Remember that changing the toppings or their quantities will change the estimated nutrition.
Storage
Keep the bark in a covered freezer-safe container. Place parchment paper between layers if you stack the pieces.
This is a frozen recipe, so it should not be stored in the refrigerator for extended periods. The yogurt will soften as it thaws.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Greek yogurt bark take to freeze?
This ½-inch-thick bark takes about 1½ hours to become firm enough to cut. A thicker layer or a less-cold freezer may require more time.
Why is my yogurt bark so hard?
Greek yogurt bark becomes harder the longer it remains frozen. Let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before cutting or eating it.
Can I make Greek yogurt bark without a sheet pan?
Yes. Use a parchment-lined freezer-safe plate, shallow container, or small tray. Spread the mixture approximately ½ inch thick rather than trying to fill a particular pan.
Can I use different toppings?
Yes. The toppings are easy to change. Fruit, nuts, cereal, granola, chocolate chips, and sprinkles can all be used, but the nutrition will change.
Can I use a different protein powder?
You can try another chocolate protein powder, although the sweetness and consistency may differ. This recipe and its estimated nutrition are based on Legion Whey+ Dutch Chocolate.
Is this yogurt bark high in protein?
Each serving has approximately 12 grams of protein when the bark is divided into four servings. Most of that comes from the Greek yogurt and chocolate whey protein.
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Final Thoughts
This chocolate Greek yogurt bark is about as simple as a frozen protein snack gets. Mix the three-ingredient chocolate base, add a small amount of your favorite toppings, and let the freezer handle the rest.
I used strawberries, walnuts, coconut, and chocolate chips, but the base leaves plenty of room to change things around. Just remember to let the bark soften for a few minutes if it has been sitting in the freezer longer and becomes too firm to slice.
Chocolate Greek Yogurt Bark (High Protein)
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop Legion Whey+ Dutch Chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free chocolate syrup
- 4 strawberries chopped
- 1 tablespoon walnuts chopped
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
Equipment
Method
- Line a small eighth-sheet pan or another freezer-safe surface with parchment paper.
- Stir together the Greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder, and sugar-free chocolate syrup until smooth and evenly combined.
- Spread the mixture on the prepared pan in an even layer approximately 1/2 inch thick.
- Sprinkle the chopped strawberries, walnuts, chocolate chips, and coconut evenly over the yogurt.
- Freeze on a level surface for approximately 1 1/2 hours, or until firm enough to cut.
- Lift the bark from the pan and cut or break it into four servings. If it has become too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before cutting.
Nutrition
Notes
- Another small tray, freezer-safe plate, or shallow container can be used instead of an eighth-sheet pan.
- Keep the layer close to 1/2 inch thick.
- Store the bark in a covered freezer-safe container.
- Let deeply frozen bark soften briefly before cutting or eating.
- Other toppings can be used, but they will change the estimated nutrition.
- Nutrition was estimated using generic nonfat Greek yogurt, Legion Whey+ Dutch Chocolate, Hershey's Zero Sugar Chocolate Syrup, semisweet chocolate chips, and sweetened shredded coconut. Brands and strawberry size will affect the final values.
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