These Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters are chunky, creamy, fruit-packed bites that taste like something you'd find at a fancy chocolate shop, but they come together in your own kitchen with just five simple ingredients. Fresh diced strawberries folded into cool Greek yogurt, then dipped in smooth melted chocolate, these little clusters are everything you want in a snack. I first made a batch on a Saturday afternoon when my daughter spotted the TikTok trend and begged me to try it, and honestly, I was just as hooked as she was after the first bite.
What I love most is that you don't need any special skills or fancy tools. The whole process is simple enough for kids to help with, and the result looks way more impressive than the effort it actually takes. If you're into easy no-bake treats, you might also love these Strawberry Shortcake Truffles and Red Velvet Cheesecake Balls for your next snack spread. And if chocolate and fruit is your thing, my Chocolate Raspberry Cake is always a crowd-pleaser. For something a little different, try these crispy Cinnamon Twists or a slice of Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake Recipe alongside these clusters for a full dessert table.
Why You'll Love This Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters Recipe
Chocolate-covered strawberry desserts are always a hit, but this version adds a creamy, tangy yogurt element that makes each bite feel more satisfying. Here's why this recipe keeps showing up on weeknight snack rotation at my house:
- Only five ingredients, all easy to find
- No baking required
- Ready in about an hour including freeze time
- Kids can help with every single step
- The chocolate-covered strawberry flavor comes through in every single bite
- Works as a healthy dessert or an afternoon snack
- Looks beautiful on a plate or in a little gift box
These chocolate-covered strawberry yogurt clusters are also a great way to use up strawberries that are just past their prime. A little soft is perfectly fine here since you're dicing them anyway.
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- Why You'll Love This Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters Recipe
- Ingredients for Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters
- Instructions for Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters
- Substitutions and Swaps
- Equipment for Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters
- Storage Tips
- Expert Tips
- FAQ
- Related
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- Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Yogurt Bites
Ingredients for Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters
Here's everything you'll need to make these chocolate-covered strawberry yogurt clusters, plus a quick note on why each ingredient matters.
1 cup strawberries, diced (stems removed): Fresh strawberries bring natural sweetness and that bright, fruity flavor that makes these clusters taste like real chocolate-covered strawberry bites. Dice them small so every cluster gets a little bit of berry in each scoop.
½ cup plain Greek yogurt: Greek yogurt is the creamy base that holds everything together. It adds a subtle tang that balances the sweetness of the chocolate beautifully. Plain works best here since flavored yogurts can make the clusters too sweet.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract: Just a small amount of vanilla rounds out the flavor and adds warmth. It makes the yogurt mixture taste more like a dessert and less like a parfait.
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips: Semisweet chocolate gives you that rich, slightly bitter coating that makes these taste like a proper chocolate-covered strawberry treat. It melts smoothly and sets up nicely without needing to temper it.
2 teaspoon coconut oil: Coconut oil thins the melted chocolate just enough to make dipping easy. It also helps the chocolate shell set up with a subtle sheen. You won't taste it at all.
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions for Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters
Here's a quick note before you start: work quickly once the clusters come out of the freezer. The yogurt softens fast, so have your melted chocolate ready to go.
Line your baking sheet: Lay a sheet of parchment paper flat on a large baking sheet. This keeps the clusters from sticking and makes cleanup simple.
Mix the filling: Add your diced strawberries to a large bowl. Spoon in the Greek yogurt and vanilla extract, then stir gently until all the strawberries are coated and everything is combined.
Scoop the clusters: Use a spoon to scoop about 2 tablespoons of the strawberry yogurt mixture onto your prepared baking sheet. Space them a couple of inches apart. They don't need to look perfect. Rustic is part of the charm.
Freeze until firm: Slide the baking sheet into the freezer and let the clusters freeze for 30 to 45 minutes. You want them firm enough to hold their shape when dipping, but not rock solid. Think of them as scoopable ice cream texture, solid on the outside with a little give.
Melt the chocolate: About 10 minutes before your freeze time is up, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small, deep microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each round, until fully melted and smooth. The mixture should look glossy and drip off your spoon easily.
Dip the clusters: Pull the clusters out of the freezer and work quickly. Use a spoon to lower each cluster into the melted chocolate, spooning chocolate over the top to fully coat it. Lift it out and let the excess drip off, then place it back on the parchment paper. Repeat for all clusters.
Let the chocolate set: Let the dipped clusters sit at room temperature for a few minutes until the chocolate shell hardens. Once the shell is set, they're ready to eat.
Substitutions and Swaps
This recipe is flexible. Here are a few easy ways to change things up.
Strawberries: Raspberries, blueberries, or diced mango all work well. Mixed berries make a fun, colorful cluster.
Greek yogurt: Coconut yogurt works great if you need a dairy-free version. Vanilla yogurt can be used in place of plain, but skip the added vanilla extract if you do.
Semisweet chocolate chips: Dark chocolate chips give a richer, more intense coating. White chocolate is delicious if you prefer something sweeter. Milk chocolate works too, especially for kids who find dark chocolate too bitter.
Coconut oil: A neutral oil like avocado oil works just as well if you don't have coconut oil on hand.
Equipment for Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Yogurt Clusters
- Large mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small, deep microwave-safe bowl
- Spoon
Storage Tips
Store your chocolate-covered strawberry yogurt clusters in the fridge in an airtight container lined with parchment paper. They'll keep well for up to one week. If you're stacking them, add a piece of parchment between layers so the chocolate shells don't stick together.
These clusters taste best eaten straight from the fridge. The yogurt stays creamy, the chocolate stays firm, and the strawberry flavor really comes through.
Avoid storing them in the freezer long-term. The yogurt can become icy and crystallized, which changes the texture in a way that's not quite as enjoyable.
Expert Tips
For a pretty finish, drizzle a little extra white or dark chocolate over the top of the dipped clusters before the shell hardens.
Dice your strawberries small and uniform so every cluster gets an even mix of fruit and yogurt.
Don't skip the freeze time. Clusters that aren't firm enough will fall apart in the chocolate.
Use a deep bowl for melting chocolate so dipping is easier and less messy.
Work in small batches when dipping. Pull only a few clusters from the freezer at a time so they don't soften too quickly before you coat them.
If your chocolate starts to thicken while dipping, microwave it for another 15 seconds and stir.
FAQ
How to make yogurt fruit clusters?
Start by mixing diced fresh fruit with plain Greek yogurt and a splash of vanilla. Scoop the mixture into small mounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm, about 30 to 45 minutes. Then dip each frozen cluster into melted chocolate and let the coating set. That's really all there is to it. These chocolate-covered strawberry clusters follow the exact same method and come together in about an hour.
Why can't you refrigerate chocolate-covered strawberries?
Traditional chocolate-covered strawberries release moisture as they sit in the fridge, which causes the chocolate to sweat and slip. These yogurt clusters are a little different since the yogurt base keeps things more stable, but the same principle applies. The clusters are best eaten within a few days and stored in a container that allows a little airflow rather than being sealed too tightly.
Can I mix Hershey's cocoa on Greek yogurt?
You can! Stirring a teaspoon or two of unsweetened cocoa powder into plain Greek yogurt with a little honey or maple syrup makes a quick chocolatey base. It won't give you the same thick chocolate shell as melted chips, but it's a tasty variation. For a full chocolate-covered strawberry experience, melting real chocolate chips is still the way to go.
How long does it take for strawberry yogurt clusters to freeze?
Plan on 30 to 45 minutes for the clusters to firm up enough to dip. The exact time depends on your freezer and how large your scoops are. You want them solid enough to hold their shape but not completely frozen through. If they've been in longer and feel rock hard, let them sit at room temperature for 2 to 3 minutes before dipping.
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Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Wash, trim, and dice the strawberries into small pieces.
- Combine diced strawberries, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.
- Stir the mixture thoroughly until every piece of strawberry is covered in yogurt.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the strawberry-yogurt mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing evenly.
- Place the tray in the freezer for 30-45 minutes until clusters are firm.
- While clusters freeze, place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth. Let it cool slightly before dipping.
- Dip each frozen cluster into the melted chocolate using a spoon, coating evenly, then return to the parchment-lined tray.
- Allow the chocolate to set for several minutes at room temperature.
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