Homemade Yogurt Melts: Apparently Not Just for Babies
I thought my kids had outgrown yogurt melts years ago so when they asked for them again I needed a solution that saved money. These are easy to make and get the job done.
Parenthood is full of surprises, and just when you think you've seen it all, your kids will throw you a curveball. My little ones, who I thought had long outgrown yogurt melts, suddenly developed an insatiable craving for them. I wasn't ready to break the bank on those pricey store-bought options that they would inhale in under 30 seconds. So I decided to take matters into my own hands and jump on the homemade yogurt melt bandwagon.
Creating homemade yogurt melts can be an art form, and it all starts with the perfect yogurt base. To save time, I just use pre-blended Chobani Strawberry Greek yogurt, but if you prefer to add your own twist, plain Greek yogurt can be flavored with frozen fruits or jams in a blender. Don't forget to sweeten it up with a touch of honey or ripe bananas! Pipe the yogurt onto a non-stick surface, freeze for 2 or more hours, and that's all there is to it.
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Kitchen Must-Haves
To turn my kitchen into a yogurt melt production line, I rely on a few essential tools. My well-loved aluminum sheet pans are the perfect vessels for freezing these delightful treats. I pair them with silicone non-stick mats to ensure easy removal and minimal mess. And let's not forget a handy pastry scraper, which makes quick work of collecting the frozen melts and storing them for controlled distribution.
While many DIY yogurt melt enthusiasts resort to using disposable ziplock bags, I found a superior alternative: my trusty reusable silicone piping bag. Not only is it a breeze to clean (hand wash or toss it in the dishwasher), but I can also switch out the tips to create different shapes that truly impress the kids. Their faces light up with delight to see the tiny yogurt triangles and stars, and it's easy enough to use that soon they can take over and make these themselves! Never too young to start practicing those piping skills and prepare for their Junior Baking Show debut.
Who would have thought that yogurt melts would make a comeback in our household? Store bought Happy Baby Organics Yogurt Melts go for about $4.29 per ounce. Compare that to $0.19 per ounce with a 32 oz. container of yogurt and this is a no-brainer. True, they don't travel as well as those store bought ones that are commercially dehydrated to the point that they literally do not melt, but they get the job done at home. I'm creating delicious homemade treats that keep my kids entertained and satisfied while saving money. It's a win-win for everyone.