This PB&J yogurt bark is one of my favorite freezer snacks to keep on hand for toddlers. It’s made with plain Greek yogurt, swirled with chia jam and peanut butter, and frozen into an easy, break-apart snack that feels fun but still nourishing. No baking, minimal prep, and you can control the sweetness!
If you’re looking for a balanced toddler snack that offers protein, healthy fats, and fiber without relying on packaged options, this one checks all the boxes! Love that babies AND toddlers can both enjoy it.
Why You’ll Love This PB&J Yogurt Bark
- toddler-friendly freezer snack
- no added sugar option
- made with literally 3 simple ingredients
- includes protein, healthy fats, and fiber
- easy to prep ahead
- fun way to serve yogurt for picky eaters
If your toddler is a big frozen yogurt bark fan then you've gotta try my strawberry banana frozen yogurt bark and strawberry mango frozen yogurt bark too!
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Ingredients You'll Need
Here's what you'll need to make this super easy PB&J yogurt bark for kids:
- Greek yogurt: provides protein and calcium to support growth
- chia jam: adds fiber and omega-3 fats while keeping sweetness low
- peanut butter: supplies healthy fats and helps keep toddlers full longer
See recipe card for quantities.
How To Make Your PB&J Yogurt Bark
- Step 1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Stir Greek yogurt and chia jam together until lightly swirled.
- Step 2: Spread yogurt mixture evenly onto the parchment (about ¼ inch thick).
- Step 3: Warm peanut butter slightly and drizzle over yogurt. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Step 4: Freeze 2-3 hours, until firm. Break into pieces and store in freezer.
Hint For The Best PB&J Yogurt Bark
Let the bark sit at room temperature for 1-2 minutes before serving so it softens slightly. This improves texture and makes it easier for toddlers to manage!
Substitutions
This PB&J yogurt bark is naturally gluten-free, egg-free, and can easily be made dairy and nut free!
- dairy-free bark: use a thick dairy-free yogurt
- nut-free bark: use sunbutter or pumpkin seed butter
Variations
Feel free to mix this PB&J yogurt bark up with other toppings!
- sunbutter & jelly bark: swap peanut butter for sunbutter
- strawberry PB&J bark: use strawberry chia jam
- chocolate chip bark: sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top (best for older toddlers)
See this strawberry mango version for a nice sunny treat!
Equipment
You’ll need a rimmed baking sheet, parchment paper, and a spatula for spreading the yogurt evenly. A small bowl for mixing and a knife or toothpick for swirling the peanut butter are helpful, plus freezer space to set the bark.
Storing Your PB&J Yogurt Bark
Store your frozen yogurt bark pieces in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Keep frozen until ready to serve.
Tiff's Dietitian Tip
Frozen snacks can be a great tool for toddlers, especially when they’re teething and seeming to refuse most solid foods. It's also a great way to introduce new fruits to kids who might be on the more selective eater side! Let them help sprinkle the toppings on or do the peanut butter drizzle.
FAQ
Yes you can! Though, Greek yogurt tends to be thicker so it doesn't frost as easily as regular yogurt does.
Absolutely! Just use whatever dairy free yogurt you prefer.
Yep! Just swap with sunbutter or pumpkin seed butter for a nut free alternative.
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Pairing
These are my favorite dishes to serve with PB&J yogurt bark:
PB&J Yogurt Bark (easy snack for kids, no added sugar)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup blueberry chia jam homemade or store-bought
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter no added sugar
Instructions
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, gently stir Greek yogurt and chia jam together until lightly swirled.
- Spread the yogurt mixture evenly onto the parchment, about ¼ inch thick.
- Warm peanut butter slightly and drizzle over the yogurt. Swirl gently with a knife or toothpick.
- Freeze 2-3 hours, until firm.
- Break into pieces and keep frozen until serving.
Madison Ueland says
The perfect snack and a great Kong stuffer for your dog! Kept my toddler and dog happy for snack time 😊. I used the SMASH chia jam and it was perfect for this recipe.
toddlerdietitiantiff says
I am DEAD, this is hilarious and actually so genius!!! Glad they both loved it!
Sarah West says
How long does this stay solid once taken out of the freezer? Like would it work packed in a lunch box for a few hours ?
toddlerdietitiantiff says
ehh maybe like 30-45 minutes?? depending the temperature it is outside! if you had a lot of ice packs in the lunchbox there's a chance it could stay pretty solid, I haven't tried yet!