Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters – Sweet, Refreshing & Guilt-Free Treat

🎉 Introduction

If you’re craving a dessert that feels indulgent but still light and refreshing, these Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters are the perfect solution. Juicy strawberries are coated in creamy Greek yogurt, frozen into bite-sized clusters, then dipped in rich melted chocolate for a treat that’s both satisfying and refreshing.

This recipe is inspired by wellness-style desserts but made simple enough for everyday enjoyment. It’s naturally alcohol-free, pork-free, and made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients. Perfect as a snack, dessert, or freezer treat, these yogurt clusters are a favorite for both kids and adults.

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Medium mixing bowl
• Spoon or spatula
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Small microwave-safe bowl or saucepan
• Freezer

🛒 Ingredients

Simple ingredients come together for clean, balanced sweetness.

Fruit & Yogurt Base

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and chopped
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt

Flavoring

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Coating

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 teaspoons coconut oil

👩‍🍳 Directions

Follow these easy steps for perfectly set strawberry yogurt clusters.

Step 1: Prepare the Strawberry Yogurt

• In a mixing bowl, combine chopped strawberries, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
• Stir gently until all strawberries are evenly coated.

Step 2: Form the Clusters

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Spoon small clusters of the strawberry-yogurt mixture onto the sheet.
• Leave space between each cluster.

Step 3: Freeze

• Place the baking sheet in the freezer.
• Freeze for 1½–2 hours, until clusters are completely firm.

Step 4: Melt the Chocolate

• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil.
• Heat in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and melted.

Step 5: Dip the Clusters

• Remove frozen clusters from the freezer.
• Dip each cluster into the melted chocolate, coating fully or halfway.
• Return clusters to the parchment-lined sheet.

Step 6: Final Freeze

• Freeze again for 10–15 minutes, until the chocolate is set.

Step 7: Serve

• Enjoy straight from the freezer for best texture.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 10–12 clusters
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Freeze Time: ~2 hours
• Total Time: ~2 hours 15 minutes

Perfect for make-ahead snacks or healthy desserts.

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Storage

• Store clusters in an airtight container in the freezer.
• Keep for up to 2 weeks.

Serving Tip

• Let sit at room temperature for 2–3 minutes before eating for the best bite.

Reheating

• Not recommended.

🥄 Variations

Customize your yogurt clusters easily:

• Extra Chocolate
  • Drizzle additional chocolate over the top.
• Berry Mix
  • Use raspberries or blueberries instead of strawberries.
• Sweeter Version
  • Add a small amount of honey to the yogurt mixture.
• Crunchy Texture
  • Sprinkle crushed nuts on the chocolate before it sets.
• Dairy-Free
  • Use a thick plant-based yogurt.

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Do these taste like ice cream bites?
   Yes, they’re creamy and refreshing when frozen.
2. Can I use frozen strawberries?
   Fresh works best to avoid excess moisture.
3. Why use coconut oil in chocolate?
   It helps the chocolate melt smoothly and set with a glossy finish.
4. Are these kid-friendly?
   Absolutely—sweet, fun, and easy to eat.
5. Can I make them ahead?
   Yes, they’re perfect for freezer storage.
6. Do they melt quickly?
   Slightly—best enjoyed cold.
7. Can I skip vanilla?
   Yes, but it adds great flavor.
8. Are these overly sweet?
   No, they’re nicely balanced.
9. Can I double the recipe?
   Yes, just use two baking sheets.
10. Are these good for summer?
    Perfect—cool, light, and refreshing.

🏁 Conclusion

These Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters are proof that simple ingredients can create an irresistible dessert. Creamy, fruity, and coated in rich chocolate, they’re a refreshing treat you can feel good about enjoying anytime.

Once you try them, you’ll want to keep a batch in your freezer at all times.

Adam

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters– Sweet, Refreshing & Guilt-Free Treat

If you’re craving a dessert that feels indulgent but still light and refreshing, these Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters are the perfect solution. Juicy strawberries are coated in creamy Greek yogurt, frozen into bite-sized clusters, then dipped in rich melted chocolate for a treat that’s both satisfying and refreshing. This recipe is inspired by wellness-style desserts but made simple enough for everyday enjoyment. It’s naturally alcohol-free, pork-free, and made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients. Perfect as a snack, dessert, or freezer treat, these yogurt clusters are a favorite for both kids and adults.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Freezing Time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 12 clusters

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• Simple ingredients come together for clean balanced sweetness.

Fruit & Yogurt Base

• 1 cup fresh strawberries washed, hulled, and chopped
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt

Flavoring

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Coating

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 teaspoons coconut oil

Equipment

• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Medium mixing bowl
• Spoon or spatula
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Small microwave-safe bowl or saucepan
• Freezer

Method

 

1. Follow these easy steps for perfectly set strawberry yogurt clusters.

Step 1: Prepare the Strawberry Yogurt

1. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped strawberries, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
2. Stir gently until all strawberries are evenly coated.

Step 2: Form the Clusters

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Spoon small clusters of the strawberry-yogurt mixture onto the sheet.
3. Leave space between each cluster.

Step 3: Freeze

1. Place the baking sheet in the freezer.
2. Freeze for 1½–2 hours, until clusters are completely firm.

Step 4: Melt the Chocolate

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil.
2. Heat in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and melted.

Step 5: Dip the Clusters

1. Remove frozen clusters from the freezer.
2. Dip each cluster into the melted chocolate, coating fully or halfway.
3. Return clusters to the parchment-lined sheet.

Step 6: Final Freeze

1. Freeze again for 10–15 minutes, until the chocolate is set.

Step 7: Serve

1. Enjoy straight from the freezer for best texture.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Storage

Store clusters in an airtight container in the freezer.

Keep for up to 2 weeks.

Serving Tip

Let sit at room temperature for 2–3 minutes before eating for the best bite.

Reheating

Not recommended.

🥄 Variations

Customize your yogurt clusters easily:

Extra Chocolate

Drizzle additional chocolate over the top.

Berry Mix

Use raspberries or blueberries instead of strawberries.

Sweeter Version

Add a small amount of honey to the yogurt mixture.

Crunchy Texture

Sprinkle crushed nuts on the chocolate before it sets.

Dairy-Free

Use a thick plant-based yogurt.

❓ 10 FAQs

Do these taste like ice cream bites?
Yes, they’re creamy and refreshing when frozen.

Can I use frozen strawberries?
Fresh works best to avoid excess moisture.

Why use coconut oil in chocolate?
It helps the chocolate melt smoothly and set with a glossy finish.

Are these kid-friendly?
Absolutely—sweet, fun, and easy to eat.

Can I make them ahead?
Yes, they’re perfect for freezer storage.

Do they melt quickly?
Slightly—best enjoyed cold.

Can I skip vanilla?
Yes, but it adds great flavor.

Are these overly sweet?
No, they’re nicely balanced.

Can I double the recipe?
Yes, just use two baking sheets.

Are these good for summer?
Perfect—cool, light, and refreshing.

🏁 Conclusion

These Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters are proof that simple ingredients can create an irresistible dessert. Creamy, fruity, and coated in rich chocolate, they’re a refreshing treat you can feel good about enjoying anytime.

Once you try them, you’ll want to keep a batch in your freezer at all times.