Description
These Healthy Greek Yogurt Ice Cream Sandwiches offer a refreshing and nutritious twist on a classic treat. Made with creamy Greek yogurt sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, combined with mini dark chocolate chips for a delightful crunch, and sandwiched between whole-grain graham crackers, this dessert is perfect for a guilt-free indulgence. Easy to prepare and freezer-friendly, these sandwiches are ideal for hot days or anytime you crave a cool, creamy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Mixture
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini dark chocolate chips
Sandwiches
- 12 whole-grain graham crackers (or your favorite cookies)
Instructions
- Mix the yogurt base: In a mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well integrated.
- Add chocolate chips: Gently fold the mini dark chocolate chips into the yogurt mixture, distributing them evenly without breaking the chips.
- Prepare for freezing: Line a baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Spread the yogurt mixture evenly in the dish, smoothing out the top to create a flat surface.
- Freeze the mixture: Place the dish in the freezer and allow the mixture to firm up for about 2 hours until it is solid enough to cut.
- Prepare the crackers: While the yogurt mixture is freezing, break the whole-grain graham crackers in half to create sandwich-sized pieces that will hold the frozen yogurt squares.
- Cut frozen yogurt: Remove the dish from the freezer and cut the frozen yogurt into squares that will fit perfectly between two cracker halves.
- Assemble sandwiches: Place one frozen yogurt square between two graham cracker halves and gently press them together to form a sandwich.
- Final freeze: Return the assembled sandwiches to the freezer for an additional hour to ensure they are fully firm and ready to enjoy.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from the freezer just before serving for a cool, creamy, and crunchy healthy treat.
Notes
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creamier texture or low-fat if preferred.
- Maple syrup or honey can be adjusted to taste depending on your preferred sweetness.
- Substitute graham crackers with gluten-free or other cookie options if needed.
- Store leftover sandwiches in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week.
- Let the sandwiches sit at room temperature for a couple of minutes before eating for easier biting.
