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High Protein Buster Bar Copycat Recipe

Discover a healthier twist on Dairy Queen's Buster Bar with this easy, high-protein copycat recipe. Made with Greek yogurt, peanut butter, dark chocolate, and optional protein powder, topped with chopped peanuts and a dark chocolate coating.
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Recipe Type: Dessert
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 8 buster bars
Calories: 180kcal

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Ingredients

For the Yogurt Base

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt vanilla or unflavored
  • ⅓ cup creamy all natural peanut butter
  • ¼ cup maple syrup if using unflavored yogurt
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder optional
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips

For the Topping

  • Chopped peanuts

For the Chocolate Coating

  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
  • Maldon flake salt

Instructions

  • Prepare the Yogurt Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of Greek yogurt and 1/3 cup of peanut butter. If using unflavored yogurt, add 1/4 cup of maple syrup to sweeten. Add 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder (if using) and 1/4 cup of chocolate chips. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of Greek yogurt and 1/3 cup of peanut butter. If using unflavored yogurt, add 1/4 cup of maple syrup to sweeten.
  • Add 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder (if using) and 1/4 cup of chocolate chips. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • Form the Buster Bars: Using a large cookie scoop, portion out the mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. This recipe should make approximately 8 yogurt balls. Slightly flatten each ball with the back of a spoon. Insert a popsicle stick into each yogurt ball to create the classic Buster Bar shape. Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of each yogurt ball.
  • Using a large cookie scoop, portion out the mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. This recipe should make approximately 8 yogurt balls.
  • Slightly flatten each ball with the back of a spoon.
  • Insert a popsicle stick into each yogurt ball to create the classic Buster Bar shape.
  • Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of each yogurt ball.
  • Freeze the Yogurt Balls: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least 30 minutes or until the yogurt balls are firm.
  • Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least 30 minutes or until the yogurt balls are firm.
  • Prepare the Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon of coconut oil.
  • Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
  • Dip the Yogurt Balls: Once the yogurt balls are frozen solid, dip each one into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are evenly coated. Place the dipped bars back onto the parchment paper and sprinkle with Maldon flake salt if desired.
  • Once the yogurt balls are frozen solid, dip each one into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  • Place the dipped bars back onto the parchment paper and sprinkle with Maldon flake salt if desired.
  • Final Freeze: Return the chocolate-coated Buster Bars to the freezer for at least 10 more minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
  • Return the chocolate-coated Buster Bars to the freezer for at least 10 more minutes to allow the chocolate to set.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g