Cherry Coded Sunrise Yogurt Bark (Printable)

Chilled yogurt bark with cherry, mango swirl, crunchy cocoa crisp, and pistachios for a lively, colorful treat.

# Components:

→ Yogurt Base

01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
02 - 2 tablespoons honey
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Sunrise Swirl

04 - 1/2 cup mango puree
05 - 1 tablespoon orange juice

→ Cherry Layer

06 - 3/4 cup fresh cherries, pitted and quartered
07 - 2 tablespoons cherry jam

→ Cocoa Crisp

08 - 1/2 cup crisp rice cereal
09 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
10 - 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
11 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup

→ Toppings

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
13 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut

# Directions:

01 - Line a 9x13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Evenly spread the yogurt mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, aiming for a thickness of about 1/2 inch.
04 - Combine mango puree and orange juice in a small bowl. Dollop spoonfuls of this mixture over the yogurt and gently swirl using a knife to create a visually appealing sunrise effect.
05 - Evenly scatter the quartered cherries across the yogurt bark. Drizzle with cherry jam.
06 - In a separate bowl, combine crisp rice cereal, cocoa powder, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup. Mix until well combined, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the yogurt.
07 - If desired, sprinkle chopped pistachios and shredded coconut over the bark.
08 - Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze for a minimum of 3 hours, or until completely solid.
09 - Once frozen solid, break the bark into pieces and serve immediately. Store any remaining portions in an airtight container in the freezer.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes of active preparation
  • Uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Perfect make-ahead treat for hot days
  • Customizable with seasonal fruits
  • Healthier alternative to store-bought frozen desserts
02 -
  • Each serving contains 7g of protein
  • Can be made completely dairy-free with coconut yogurt
  • The recipe is naturally gluten-free when using certified GF cereal
  • Perfect for meal prep as it stores for up to 2 weeks
  • Provides a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates
03 -
  • For the most vibrant sunrise effect, use the ripest mango possible and add a tiny pinch of turmeric to enhance the golden color naturally.
  • When swirling, less is more—too much manipulation will blend rather than swirl.
  • Always freeze on a completely flat surface to prevent pooling to one side.
  • For the cleanest break, score the bark with a knife while semi-frozen before breaking into irregular pieces.

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