Description
Matcha & Raspberry Swirl Yogurt Bites are a vibrant, easy treat. Swirl creamy yogurt with bright matcha and tart raspberries for a refreshing, delightful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480g) full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup (60ml) maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Flavor Swirls:
- 1 tablespoon culinary grade matcha powder
- 1 cup (125g) fresh raspberries, lightly mashed
- Optional Finishing Touch:
- 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prep Your Muffin Tin: First things first, grab a 12-cup muffin tin and line it with paper liners. This is where I always get a bit lazy and regret it later when I’m trying to pry frozen yogurt from metal, so trust me on this one! You want these Matcha & Raspberry Swirl Yogurt Bites to pop out easily, not put up a fight. A little spray of cooking oil in each liner before the paper helps, too, especially if your liners are a bit clingy.
- Mix the Yogurt Base: In a medium bowl, combine your lovely full-fat Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Give it a good whisk until everything is smooth and happily married. You’re aiming for a consistency that’s thick but still pourable. Don’t overmix, though; we’re not making soufflé, just a creamy base for our Matcha & Raspberry Swirl Yogurt Bites. Taste it here! If you like things sweeter, add a tiny bit more maple. Remember, it’ll be frozen, so flavors mute slightly.
- Create the Matcha Swirl: Now for the vibrant green! In a separate small bowl, take about 1/2 cup of your prepared yogurt base and whisk in the matcha powder until it’s completely smooth and lump-free. This can be a bit tricky, and I’ve had some stubborn matcha clumps in my day! A small whisk or even a fork works wonders here. You want a bright, uniform green. This is the secret to those beautiful Matcha & Raspberry Swirl Yogurt Bites swirls, so take your time.
- Prepare the Raspberry Swirl: Time for the gorgeous red! Lightly mash your fresh raspberries in another small bowl. You want them broken down but still with some texture, not a complete purée. I usually leave a few whole for extra pops of color and flavor. Mix about 1/2 cup of the remaining plain yogurt base into the mashed raspberries. This makes a lovely, slightly pinkish, fruity swirl that contrasts so well with the matcha in these Matcha & Raspberry Swirl Yogurt Bites.
- Swirl and Fill: This is the fun part, and where the magic happens for your Matcha & Raspberry Swirl Yogurt Bites! First, spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the plain yogurt base into each muffin liner. Then, dollop alternating spoonfuls of the matcha yogurt and raspberry yogurt over the plain base. Use a toothpick or a skewer to gently swirl the colors together, creating those beautiful patterns. Don’t overdo it, or you’ll lose the distinct swirls – a few gentle passes is all you need.
- Freeze and Finish: Once your muffin tin is filled with all those swirling beauties, pop it into the freezer. Let them chill out for at least 2-3 hours, or until they’re firm enough to handle. If you’re adding white chocolate chips, sprinkle them on top about an hour into freezing, so they stick but don’t sink. When they’re ready, simply peel off the paper liners, and there you have it – stunning Matcha & Raspberry Swirl Yogurt Bites, ready to brighten your day! They should feel solid to the touch.