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The Best Greek Yogurt Snack Ideas

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This post is brought to you by FAGE 0% Greek Yogurt but opinions expressed are 100% my own. 

Remember when you were a kid and Mom would add a “snack pack” to your lunch? It was such a yummy and exciting find. As adults we’re trying to eat healthier and make smarter choices but dang it, sometimes eating healthy is no fun!

I suggest we can bring back the fun with much healthier and definitely more sophisticated pallet choices.

I created FIVE yummy and delicious “Adult Snack Packs” which have all the thrills, but packed instead with good-for-you ingredients!

Who says kids should have all the fun?

And the star of this new and exciting show?

FAGE Total 0% Plain Greek Yogurt it’s low in calories, packed with protein and a terrific base for whipping up some yummy goodness.

Grown Up Snack Pack # 1  Pina Colada Greek Yogurt

  • 1 Cup FAGE Total 0% Nonfat Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tsp sugar-free vanilla powdered coffee creamer (optional)
  • 1-2 packets stevia or sweetener of choice
  • 1/4 tsp. coconut extract
  • 1 tbsp. crushed pineapple
  • 1 tsp. dried fresh coconut

Grown Up Snack Pack #2  Carrot Cake Greek Yogurt

(Photos and tips for making it, will be provided as well)

  • 1 Cup FAGE Total 0% Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tsp sugar-free vanilla powdered coffee creamer (optional)
  • 1-2 packets stevia or sweetener of choice
  • 1/4 Pumpkin or Apple Spice Pie Blend
  • 1 tbsp. crushed pineapple
  • 1 tbsp. shredded carrots
  • 2 walnut halves

Grown Up Snack Pack #3  Peanut Butter Cup

  • 1 Cup FAGE Total 0% Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tsp. sugar-free vanilla powdered coffee creamer
  • 1-2 packets stevia or sweetener of choice (optional)
  • 1 tbsp. all natural peanut butter
  • 1 tsp. cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp. dark chocolate chips

Grown Up Snack Pack #4  Strawberry Lime

  • 1 Cup FAGE Total 0% Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1-2 packets stevia or sweetener of choice (optional)
  • 1 tsp. lime zest
  • 1/2 lime squeezed into yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp sugar-free vanilla coffee creamer
  • 1/2 tsp. coconut extract
  • Top with fresh strawberries

Grown Up Snack Pack #5  Cookie Dough

  • 1 Cup FAGE Total 0% Plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp. natural peanut butter
  • 1-2 packets stevia packets or sweetener of choice (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp. vanilla
  • pinch of sea salt
  • 1 tbsp. mini dark chocolate chips

So the next time you find yourself craving something that might not be the best for you give these yummy treats a try. They are bound to help you feel like you’re indulging but you, my friend, are not!

Not only will you be making a smarter, healthier choice but there are loads of added health benefits from Greek Yogurt!

Health Benefits of Greek Yogurt

  • Protein – in just one cup of FAGE Total 0% Greek yogurt there are 23 grams of protein. Protein helps support healthy bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, hair, and blood.
  • Probiotics: probiotics help boost your immune system and decrease stomach issues.FAGE Greek yogurt is made with live active cultures.
  • Calcium: Greek FAGE Total 0% yogurt has 25% of your daily value of calcium. Calcium is the key to building strong healthy bones and muscles.

As you can see, Greek Yogurt is a great source of lots of important nutrients your body needs to function at its best!

Tips For Using Greek Yogurt

  • Use it as a healthy swap: Greek Yogurt can easily be swapped out for sour cream and other ingredients to help reduce calories and increase protein and nutrients!

So here’s to you making smarter choices and still having some fun! And if you are looking for more delicious ways to try FAGE 0% Plain Greek Yogurt make sure and check out all the amazing recipes on their website as well!

10 Comments

  1. I love Greek yogurt and can’t wait to try the peanut butter cup snack!

  2. Renee Goerger says:

    I love all these wonderful yogurt suggestions. Now I won’t get bored with all of these options.

  3. So many great suggestions. I think carrot cake is my favorite because it’s such a great flavor and not one you tend to see! Greek yogurt is just so tasty!

  4. I love them all! They are all delicious! Thanks for the recipes!

  5. Allyson Zea says:

    Greek yogurt is a staple in my house! We eat it for breakfast lunch and dinner sometimes, and I just love that my kids love it too! I can’t wait to try your ideas

  6. These all sound so yummy! Such a great way to change up snack time and you’re right, eating healthy can be FUN too.

  7. That is my favorite kind of Greek yogurt. I can’t wait to try out these fun yogurt cups!

  8. I’ll be making these all summer long!! That peanut butter one is calling my name!! So yummy!

  9. Wow wow wow so many AMAZING ideas thank you so much!

  10. This was great, I tried some of these for my kids and they loved them.

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