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Yogurt bark with berries
This recipe takes yogurt to the next level. It is great as a quick snack or for sharing with friends. You can easily store any extra servings in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Prep time
10 min
Cook time
180 min
Servings
8 (16 pieces)
Ingredients
- 500 mL (2 cups) lower fat plain yogurt
- 45 mL (3 tbsp) maple syrup or honey
- 2 mL (½ tsp) vanilla extract
- 5 mL (1 tsp) lemon juice
- 500 mL (2 cups) berries of choice (blueberries, strawberries, or a combination, etc.)
*if using whole strawberries, chop them up into smaller pieces
Directions
- Line a baking sheet with wax paper (or parchment paper) and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl combine yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, and lemon juice; whisk until thoroughly combined.
- Transfer yogurt mixture to previously prepared baking sheet and spread it around to an even thickness.
- Top with berries.
- Freeze for 2 to 3 hours, or until firm.
- Cut or break into pieces and serve immediately.
- Store remainder in an airtight container in the freezer, for up to 2 weeks.
Recipe contributed by the Public Health Agency of Canada, Nutrition North Canada – Nutrition Education Initiatives
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Tips
- Add other fun ingredients such as chopped fruit, unsweetened shredded coconut, cocoa powder, or dried fruit!
- Swap out fresh berries or fruit with frozen alternatives.
- Get the kids involved and have them customize the bark with their own toppings!
- For added fibre, stir in some chia seeds.
