Keep reading to see what makes this four-ingredient, protein-rich dessert stand out.

Plus: a few tips and tricks to create your own culinary adventure while maxing out its nutrient profile.

Why we love this yogurt bark recipe

Whats not to love about this dietitian-approved yogurt bark recipe?

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To start, its incredibly simple to make, requiring only a handful of ingredients and minimal prepwork.

The bark base consists of plain yogurt, which isrich in protein, calcium, and B vitamins.

Swinehart prefersyogurt from Alexandre Family Farm, which offers a few different options to choose from.

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Next, peanut butter offers even more protein-rich goodness and ooey-gooey flavor.

And if you prefer, you’re free to always substitute conventional varieties with your go-topeanut butter alternative.

(Youknowalmond butter would be bomb in this bark).

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From there, pretty much anything goes as far as the sweeteners and chocolate cookies are concerned.

A good option for the former could beantibacterial and antioxidant-rich honey.

Mix yogurt with sweetener of choice, if using, and vanilla.

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Spread on a parchment lined baking sheet.

Leave a little room on each side so its not spread too thin.

Sprinkle with cookies and swirl in some peanut butter.

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Freeze for three to four hours; break up and store in freezer in an airtight container.

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