Favorite Yogurt Melts So Easy Nutritious For Babies And Toddlers

Homemade Yogurt Melts

Packaged yogurt melts from the store are a fairly ubiquitous baby and toddler snack these days, but it’s also fun to make a version of them at home. These aren’t freeze-dried like the store-bought ones are, but they’re real yogurt frozen into little bites. The result are mini yogurt bites that the kids can pick up with their hands as finger food for a nutritious snack that’s also really fun! TIP: I love this as a way to change up how we serve yogurt, especially if the kids aren’t fans of it in a bowl or if they’ve gotten bored of how it’s been served lately.

Ingredients You Need

To make this easy snack you need either baby yogurt OR plain whole milk Greek yogurt and a baby food puree. You can use any kind of baby yogurt you like, such as Stonyfield which is widely available (and is sometimes offered in a no-added-sugar option too).

Step-by-Step Process

Here’s a look at the process involved in this recipe for yogurt bites. Scroll down to the bottom of this post for the full information. TIP: I like to let these sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes before serving to ensure they are a nice and not too hard texture for the kids. (They do thaw the longer they are out of the freezer, but in my experience they’re usually eaten by then!) TIP: Need a snack to take on the go? The Yogurt Melts Variety Pack from Amara Organic Baby Food is one of my go-tos! The melts are made with organic fruits, veggies, and coconut milk and are a quick-dissolve, safe snack for little kids. (sponsored)

Best Tips for Success

The best way to avoid choking with homemade yogurt melts is to let them sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes after pulling them from the fridge so they soften a smidge. (You can see the one in my daughter’s hand above is starting to thaw.) I usually make them about the size of a dime, though you can go a little smaller, or about the size of a pencil eraser if you prefer. (I would recommend that smaller size for kids under age 2.) You can use baby yogurt OR plain whole milk Greek yogurt and a baby food puree. They do thaw the longer they are out of the freezer, but in my experience they’re usually eaten by then. Store and leftovers in a sealed freezer bag for up to a month.

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