Description
These Kid-Friendly Coconut Oat Yogurt Bites are a quick, easy, and nutritious snack perfect for busy parents and picky eaters. Made with simple ingredients, they come together in just 10 minutes and are a delicious way to incorporate healthy oats and yogurt into your child’s diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped fruit
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, rolled oats, shredded coconut, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- If using, stir in the mini chocolate chips or chopped fruit.
- Spoon small dollops of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
- Place the tray in the freezer for at least 30 minutes, or until the bites are firm.
- Once frozen, transfer the bites to an airtight container and store them in the freezer.
Notes
- You can customize these bites with different add-ins like dried cranberries, finely chopped nuts (if no allergies), or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- For a thinner consistency, you can add a tablespoon of milk or water.
- These bites are great for teething toddlers when served slightly thawed.
- They make a fantastic grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg