I want an easy recipe that takes less than 10 ingredients and I don’t want to use 100 different bowls. Anyone else? Well, If you’re anything like me and appreciate SUPER easy recipes, you’ll love these Homemade yogurt covered pretzels!

These yogurt covered pretzels are made with 4 ingredients. The peanut butter and yogurt make a thick yogurt covering that is so delicious when frozen! I love a frozen dessert! This easy dessert recipe is great to make for a party, girls night or even for a simple dessert or snack.

These yogurt coverd retzels are an easy dessert with minimal ingredients and that uses minimal dishes, just like my one bowl raspberry lemon bread recipe, my oatmeal chocolate chip bars, and my easy cookie bars.

why you’ll love this recipe

The recipe’s freezer-friendly nature allows you to prepare a batch of the yogurt covered pretzels in advance and store them for easy grab-and-go snacks throughout the week, just like my peanut butter chocolate pretzels!
Flavorful combination: Sweet and salty with a satisfying crunch, this recipe offers a delicious contrast in taste and texture. I love the sweet and salty combo!
Simple ingredients: Only a handful of readily available ingredients are needed, making it a budget-friendly option. I hate recipe that require more than 5 ingredients. I want big flavors but small shopping lists.
Minimal prep: With minimal mixing and dipping involved, this recipe is perfect for busy schedules or quick snack needs. A handful of these at 3:00 is my perfect pick-me-up!
Freezer-friendly: Prepare a batch ahead of time and store them in the freezer for easy grab-and-go snacks throughout the week. This is one of my favorite recipes to grab on my way out the door for a quick salty snack.
They have great taste and natural ingredients.
Customization options: Experiment with different yogurt flavors, nut butters, and toppings for personalized taste preferences.

ingredients & substitutions

Vanilla Greek yogurt (fat-free): This binds everything together. You can use regular Greek yogurt for a thicker and creamier treat. You can use a dairy free yogurt to make this dairy free. Use a vegan yogurt to make this vegan. Use a low fat or fat free yogurt for a low fat treat.

Peanut butter: This adds the peanut flavor. You can use any nut butter you like, such as almond butter or cashew butter. To make this nut free use tahini.

Gluten-free pretzels: These are the base for the bites. You can use regular pretzels if you don’t need the yogurt covered pretzels to be gluten-free.

Powdered peanut butter : This adds extra peanut flavor and helps to thicken the yogurt so it sticks. You can skip it or use crushed peanuts instead.

Sprinkels: Use rainbowl sprinkles or chocolate sprinkles. Make sure they are dairy free, vegan and gluten free if needed.

taste & texture

These yogurt covered pretzels are the perfect sweet treat. They have a salty and satisfying crunch. The yogurt and peanut butter mixture is smooth and creamy, contrasting with the crispy pretzel. The powdered peanut butter, if used, adds an extra layer of peanut flavor. The powdered peanut butter also gives the drool-worthy delight a bit of a crunch.

directions

Combine the creamy base: In a large mixing bowl, grab your 1/2 cup of vanilla Greek yogurt and 1/2 cup of peanut butter. Mix them well until you have a smooth and creamy mixture. You can use a hand blender if needed.
Prep your station: Grab a tray or plate and line it with a sheet of parchment paper. This will prevent your yummy yogurt pretzels from sticking.
Get dippin’: One by one, take each of your 1 cup of gluten-free pretzels and dip them into the peanut butter and yogurt mixture. Make sure to coat them evenly.
Peanut butter explosion (optional): If you’re feeling extra peanut buttery, sprinkle some of your 3 tablespoons of powdered peanut butter over the dipped pretzels. You can even add the powdered peanut butter to a separate bowl and dip the pretzel into it.
Freeze and enjoy: Place the yogurt covered pretzels onto the prepared cookie sheet or baking sheet and pop them in the freezer for at least 2 hours, or until they’re nice and frozen. Sometimes it can take 3-4 hours depending on the temperature and if you added any excess frosting or yogurt. You do not want to use a wire rack because the yogurt will drip off.

expert tips & tricks

Peanut Butter Consistency: I use a thick and creamy peanut butter for easier dipping and spreading. If your peanut butter is runny, try chilling it beforehand or adding a touch of melted coconut oil to stiffen it up.
Even Coating: Achieve an even yogurt and peanut butter coating by tilting the bowl slightly while dipping each pretzel.
Freeze Thoroughly: Ensure the bites are completely frozen for at least 2 hours before serving. This prevents them from becoming soggy and ensures a delightful, cold, and textural contrast.
Flavor Variations: Explore different flavor combinations! I like to swap vanilla yogurt for other flavors like strawberry or blueberry. Experiment with different nut butters or even drizzle melted dark chocolate for an extra decadent touch.
Add some chocolate chips or melted chocolate drizzled on top for a chocolate twist. You can also use melting chocolate designed to melt in a microwave-safe bowl to make this a chocolatey delightful treat.
You can use dairy free chocolate and dairy free yogurt to keep this recipe dairy free. You can find both these options at the local grocery store. Make sure to skip any milk products for the dairy free option.
Use a red color yougurt for a valentine’s day treat. I love a festive holiday treat. Or you an top with red sprinkles and white chocolate.
Add some vanilla extract to the yogurt mix if you are using plain yogurt. This will create a great tast the whole family will love without any added sugar.

how to make this a low carb recipe

For low carb yogurt covered pretzels use low-carb cauliflower pretzels.

how to make this a low fat recipe

To make these yogurt covered pretzels low fat use low-fat Greek yogurt or yogurt made with skim milk or nonfat milk.

how to make this a vegan recipe

Swap the Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt made from soy, coconut, or almond milk to make these yogurt covered pretzels vegan.

how to serve, store and meal prep

Once frozen for at least 2 hours, your yogurt covered pretzels are ready to enjoy! These homemade yogurt-covered pretzels are best eaten frozen for a cool and refreshing treat. To store pretzels, keep the yogurt covered pretzels in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 2 months. You can also store the yogurt covered pretzels in the fridge for up to a week, but they’ll be softer.

To prep them ahead of time for snacks, portion them out into separate containers or baggies before freezing. This way you can grab a single serving of yogurt covered pretzelswhenever you need a quick and satisfying snack.