Unicorn Bark

As we've raised our kids, dessert was not a standard everyday occurrence in our house.  It was always viewed as a celebration or reserved for a special occasion.  We've experienced; the more kids you have, the standard for the youngest looks much different than the standard for the older siblings.  Especially when there is a spread in age.  Our girls are 22, 17 and 9!  Our youngest, Josie has quite a sweet tooth.  The decision to finish her dinner usually depends on dessert being offered afterwards.

When we noticed the ice cream habit getting out of control we decided to look for ways to offer a treat that wasn't full of sugar and something that we could feel good about her eating; even if it is every night for dessert.

I came across this recipe and decided we needed to give it a try.

INGREDIENTS

♦  Parchment paper
♦  2 1/2 cups reduced-fat (2%) plain yogurt, divided use.  I made the mistake of using Greek Yogurt instead of reduced fat plain yogurt.  The taste is a little bitter because of the Greek Yogurt.  I'll use plain yogurt next time.
♦  3 scoops Vanilla Shakeology, divided use
♦  4 1/2 tsp. honey, divided use
♦  1/2 cup cut strawberries
♦  1/2 cup fresh blueberries
♦  1/2 cup cut pineapple
♦  1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

INSTRUCTIONS

1.  Line 13 x 9-inch pan with parchment paper.  Set aside.

2.  Place 3/4 cup yogurt, 1 scoop Shakeology, 1 1/2 tsp. honey, and strawberries in blender; cover; blend until smooth. Place in a medium bowl.  Set aside.

3.  Place 3/4 cup yogurt, 1 scoop Shakeology, 1 1/2 tsp. honey, and blueberries in blender; cover; blend until smooth. Place in a medium bowl.  Set aside.

4.  Place 3/4 cup yogurt, 1 scoop Shakeology, 1 1/2 tsp. honey, and pineapple in blender; cover; blend until smooth. Place in a medium bowl.  Set aside.

5.  Place large dollops of strawberry mixture randomly around prepared baking sheet.  Repeat with blueberry and pineapple mixtures, making sure dollops are touching.

6.  Gently cut through yogurt mixtures with a knife in a circular motion to create marbling.

7.  Sprinkle top with coconut.  Cover with plastic wrap.

8.  Freeze for 2 hours, or until firm.

9.  Cut (or break) into bite-sized pieces; serve immediately, or freeze until ready to enjoy.

Josie had a great time making the Unicorn Bark and is enjoying this healthy treat after dinner instead of ice cream!  Thats a win!

Give it a try and see if your kids love it!  Let me know what you think by sending a message to sueharkerfitness@gmail.com.

Happy Saturday!

Sue