Description
Buster bars bring nostalgia with layers of chocolate, peanut butter, and crispy rice. Creamy and crunchy textures combine in this classic Midwest dessert that satisfies sweet cravings without complicated preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt (or vanilla ice cream or vegan yogurt)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- ¼ cup peanut butter (or allergy-friendly substitute)
Sweeteners and Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons sweetener of choice (if using unsweetened yogurt)
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil (optional)
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons peanuts, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a velvety base by whisking yogurt, peanut butter, and optional sweetener until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Enhance the mixture with scattered mini chocolate chips for an unexpected textural surprise.
- Prepare a parchment-lined tray as your canvas for creating these frosty treats.
- Carefully deposit generous dollops of the yogurt blend onto the parchment, creating individual portions.
- Gently embed a popsicle stick into each yogurt mound, smoothing the edges to create a cohesive shape.
- Sprinkle crushed peanuts over the surface for a delightful nutty crunch.
- Transfer the tray to the freezer, allowing the bars to solidify completely.
- Melt chocolate chips using a gentle double boiler method or microwave, stirring until glossy and smooth.
- Incorporate a touch of coconut oil to create a luxurious, glossy chocolate coating.
- Extract the frozen bars from their chilly environment.
- Immerse each bar into the molten chocolate, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Return the chocolate-drenched bars to the freezer, permitting the shell to set into a crisp, elegant finish.
- Once the chocolate has crystallized, your Buster Bars are primed for indulgence.
- Store any remaining bars in the freezer to maintain their perfect texture and flavor.
Notes
- Customize your bars by experimenting with different nut butters or yogurt types for unique flavor combinations.
- Ensure parchment paper is smooth and flat to create clean, professional-looking frozen treats.
- Use room temperature ingredients for easier mixing and a smoother base consistency.
- Melt chocolate slowly and carefully to prevent burning, stirring frequently for a glossy finish.
- Add optional toppings like crushed nuts, sprinkles, or coconut flakes before the chocolate sets for extra texture and visual appeal.
- Wrap individual bars in plastic wrap after fully freezing to maintain freshness and prevent freezer burn.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg