Yogurt Bark Food

YOGURT BARK

Steps:

• Line two 9-inch rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Whisk together yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Divide mixture between the 2 baking sheets and spread out using a spatula until about 1/4-inch thick. Scatter sliced almonds, dried blueberries, and cacao nibs evenly over each baking sheet.
• Place baking sheets in the freezer for at least 3 hours, or overnight. Remove from freezer and roughly break or slice into about 2 dozen pieces.

FROZEN YOGURT BARK

Steps:

• Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside.
• Toast the flaked coconut in a dry nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, shaking the pan frequently to ensure an even toast, until golden and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
• Add the sunflower seeds to the same skillet and toast, stirring constantly, until they are golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and let cool.
• Add the yogurt to a bowl, then add the honey and mix together. Spoon half on each of the lined baking sheets and spread out with a spatula.
• Place the strawberry preserves in a piping bag, snip off the end and pipe evenly over the of yogurt. Repeat with the blackberry preserves.
• Evenly sprinkle half of the strawberries, blackberries, coconut and sunflower seeds over each pan. Tap the pans on the countertop to ensure that the fruit and nuts settle into the yogurt.
• Place in the freezer, uncovered, until set, at least 4 hours.
• Remove from the freezer, peel off the paper and break into random pieces. Transfer to an airtight container and keep frozen until ready to eat.

FROZEN YOGURT BARK

Steps:

• Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Using a rubber spatula, mix yogurt, honey, vanilla, and salt in a medium bowl until smooth. Pour into the center of prepared sheet and spread to 1/4" thick. Top with raspberries and pistachios. Freeze until completely firm, about 4 hours. Break into pieces to serve.
• Do Ahead
• Yogurt bark can be made 2 months ahead. Freeze in a resealable container.

YOGURT FRUIT BARK

Steps:

• Line a quarter-sheet pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
• In a small bowl whisk together yogurt and maple syrup.
• Spread mixture onto prepared sheet pan.
• Top with fruit and granola and freeze at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
• Break and serve. Freeze leftovers.

FROZEN YOGURT BARK WITH STRAWBERRY-BALSAMIC JAM

Steps:

• Make the jam: Combine the strawberries, sugar, vinegar and vanilla extract in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook until the strawberries soften and the mixture thickens, about 20 minutes. Remove the jam from the pan to a bowl and cool to room temperature. Stir in the lemon zest and juice.
• Make the bark: Spread the yogurt on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet in a thin layer (about 1/3-inch thick). Dollop 1/2 cup jam over the yogurt and use a wooden skewer or tip of a knife to swirl. Sprinkle the fruit and chocolate shavings on top. Place in the freezer and freeze until firm, 2 to 3 hours. Once frozen, break into pieces.