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Frozen Yogurt Pumpkin Pie Bites

September 5, 2014 by Lindsay 83 Comments

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These Frozen Yogurt Pumpkin Pie Bites are a healthy pumpkin dessert made with yogurt, pumpkin, almonds and dates. Tastes like pumpkin pie!

Hi Friends!

How’s that for a title? These were not what I intended to post today, but this week I was bitten by the pumpkin bug. I know some of you still think it’s too early for pumpkin, but at least I made it to September. I found a can of pumpkin in my pantry and I just couldn’t get over the need to make something with it. I thought about making one of my pumpkin recipes from last year, but I decided I wanted my first pumpkin recipe of this fall to be a new one.

These Frozen Yogurt Pumpkin Pie Bites are a healthier no-bake version of your favorite Thanksgiving holiday dessert!

So I put on my thinking cap and here’s what I came up with. Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to call these. They involve homemade frozen yogurt. They also have a crust. They’re like a mini pumpkin pie…but frozen…and made with yogurt and nuts.

These Frozen Yogurt Pumpkin Pie Bites are a healthier no-bake version of your favorite Thanksgiving holiday dessert!

Call them what you wish. I call them delicious.

Here’s how you make them:

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A bite-sized frozen treat that tastes like pumpkin pie!

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Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup raw almonds
  • 2/3 cup dates, chopped and pitted
  • 2/3 cup Honeynut Cheerios*
  • 2–4 Tbsp milk
  • 1 cup full fat plain yogurt
  • 1/2 – 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 2 – 4 Tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine the almonds, dates and cheerios and process until well ground.
  2. Add just enough milk for the mixture to come together into a ball (i’d start with 2 Tbsp and add more if it’s still too dry).
  3. Press mixture into 12 mini muffin tins.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, pumpkin (start with 1/2 cup and add more for stronger pumpkin flavor), cinnamon and vanilla and mix well.
  5. Add maple syrup until desired sweetness is reached (start with 2 Tbsp and add more if needed, keeping in mind the crust will be sweet).
  6. Spoon mixture into muffin tins on top of crust.
  7. Freeze for at least 4 hours, then use a knife to remove from muffin tins. Store in a container in the freezer.

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When I made these, I poured the yogurt mixture into an ice cream maker first and let it thicken, and then pressed into the muffin tins…but now that I’m looking back on it, I don’t really think it’s necessary to use the ice cream maker. You could probably just spoon the yogurt mixture into the muffin tins on top of the crust and freezer. Since I was kinda working on a whim while making these, I used mine…but when I make my froyo bites I just freeze yogurt in ice cube trays so I’m sure it will work just fine.

These Frozen Yogurt Pumpkin Pie Bites are a healthier no-bake version of your favorite Thanksgiving holiday dessert!

Like I mentioned above, this is a taste as you go recipe. I gave some of the quantities in ranges because they will depend on other factors. For example, if your dates are nice and sticky, you may need less milk than if they’re a bit dried out. If you don’t want the frozen yogurt part to be super sweet, you’ll need less maple syrup. Just remember that the crust part is quite sweet, so you might not need to make the frozen yogurt part as sweet as you would if you were eating it on your own.
As I said in the notes, I used Honeynut Cheerios, mainly because I was out of graham crackers and I had a box I’m trying to use up. You could try subbing a couple of graham crackers for the Cheerios, or using oats instead. Just remember if you use oats that the crust will be a bit less sweet.

These are a bit tricky to get out of the muffin tins, but let them sit a few minutes and then if you can get a knife down the side, they should pop right out!

Let’s chat:
What’s your favorite pumpkin recipe?

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

Filed Under: Dessert, Snack Tagged With: Almond, Dates, Pumpkin, Yogurt

About Lindsay

Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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Comments

  1. Janelle @ Wholly Healthy says

    September 5, 2014 at 12:40 AM

    These look so yummy! I’m always a sucker for pumpkin bread – have to make it every year

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:56 AM

      me too! maybe this weekend 😉

      Reply
  2. Ellen @ PhoodPhitnessPhD says

    September 5, 2014 at 1:33 AM

    Yum! My favourite pumpkin recipe would have to be pumpkin bread, I love to add a banana or two into the mix to make it extra moist. It’s such a shame I can’t get canned pumpkin here, I hate limiting pumpkin recipes to only Fall.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:56 AM

      oh gosh, pumpkin bread…so darn good!

      Reply
  3. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    September 5, 2014 at 4:47 AM

    wow these sound awesome! i’m definitely a pumpkin fan – especially pumpkin ice cream, so these sound like a way healthier substitute! 🙂 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:56 AM

      agreed! froyo for the win!

      Reply
  4. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    September 5, 2014 at 5:08 AM

    Okay, without a doubt, the most unique twist to pumpkin! I grew up eating pumpkin strictly savoury style- so I’m enjoying the sweet variations!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:56 AM

      gotta get a good mix of both in my opinion!

      Reply
  5. Jen @ Chase the Red Grape says

    September 5, 2014 at 5:30 AM

    What a fab idea! I think I might make them as fro yo bites without the base and add some nuts to it – especially good if I have small amounts of pumpkin left to use up!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:56 AM

      that sounds perfect to me!

      Reply
  6. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    September 5, 2014 at 5:39 AM

    So I’m not on the pumpkin bandwagon yet this year. It just seems way too early! BUT these would be a great way to sneak some in since it is fro-yo and that’s summery.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:55 AM

      yeah! we’ll call this an in-betweener recipe!

      Reply
  7. Linda @ Fit Fed and Happy says

    September 5, 2014 at 6:59 AM

    THE PUMPKIN RECIPES ARE BACKKKK!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:55 AM

      it’s that time 🙂

      Reply
  8. Hollie says

    September 5, 2014 at 6:59 AM

    These look really good. I’m not on the pumpkin bandwagon just yet. I honestly bet I will be when there is a bit more of a chill in the air, you know?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:55 AM

      for sure. bring on the fall weather!

      Reply
  9. Amanda @ Positively Amanda says

    September 5, 2014 at 7:09 AM

    pumpkin pie and froyo. The perfect combination!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:55 AM

      i agree 🙂

      Reply
  10. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

    September 5, 2014 at 7:13 AM

    My favorite pumpkin recipe is classic pumpkin pie. Without a doubt, my favorite part of Thanksgiving! These look like a perfect late summer, pining-for-fall treat!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:54 AM

      yes! bridging the summer to fall gap with food 🙂

      Reply
  11. Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says

    September 5, 2014 at 7:58 AM

    Girl, I feel the same way about needing to crack open the pumpkin! I have a really similar recipe on my blog for Skinny Mini Pumpkin “Cheesecakes” (http://eat-spin-run-repeat.com/recipes-2/?recipe_id=6032650) , only mine have a crust that has an oat base. I really love your nut version though because I’m sure the texture is amazing! Can’t wait to try it out!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:54 AM

      yours look delicious too!

      Reply
  12. Kim @ FITsique says

    September 5, 2014 at 8:23 AM

    These look fantastic! I love pumpkin everything (go figure!). But seriously, as a kid, for my dessert I would ask for a BOWL OF PUMPKIN. My mom would top plain pumpkin with a little brown sugar and raisins and that was better to me than the ice cream my brothers were eating.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:54 AM

      that’s a strong pumpkin love! love it!

      Reply
  13. Kelli M. says

    September 5, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    I love your brain! Can’t wait to give these puppies a try!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:54 AM

      haha thanks kelli! enjoy!

      Reply
  14. Sam @ PancakeWarriors says

    September 5, 2014 at 8:43 AM

    YUM pumpkin and frozen yogurt – hello delish! I think it’s never to early for pumpkin and you are keeping it “summer” by freezing these! Love that they are bite size (helps me with portion control)!! Thanks for sharing – what a great idea 😉

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:54 AM

      Yes! i just wanted to bridge the summer to fall gap for you guys!

      Reply
  15. Heather (Where's the Beach) says

    September 5, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    Perfect treat! These would be super fun to have for a dinner part too. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:53 AM

      I agree 🙂 Enjoy!

      Reply
  16. Jennifer F says

    September 5, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    Ha, I love that you used honey nut cheerios instead of graham crackers . . . . I always am out of a specific ingredient too and have to get creative!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:53 AM

      gotta make it work!!

      Reply
  17. Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says

    September 5, 2014 at 8:48 AM

    It’s never too early for pumpkin in my opinion! These bites sounds absolutely wonderful! I’m totally pinning! I have a feeling I’ll eat them all up pretty quickly!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 8:53 AM

      I’m eating through mine rather quickly as well 🙂

      Reply
  18. Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says

    September 5, 2014 at 8:55 AM

    I was already excited to start eating pumpkin-flavoured things again – but that just doubled with this recipe. Looks so good!

    Reply
  19. lindsay says

    September 5, 2014 at 9:00 AM

    since it’s still 99F in TX, i’ll make these and pretend fall is coming.

    Reply
    • Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says

      September 5, 2014 at 9:28 AM

      same here 🙂

      Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 9:59 AM

      Sounds like a plan to me!

      Reply
  20. Christie says

    September 5, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    I love to use Honey Nut Cheerios in crusts. These sound absolutely fabulous. Going to schedule to share on Facebok. I know my followers are going to love this inventive recipe.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 9:59 AM

      Thanks so much Christie!

      Reply
  21. Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says

    September 5, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    love this frozen recipe – this is basically a breakfast/snack/dessert into one.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 9:59 AM

      sooooo the best parts of the day all together 😉

      Reply
  22. Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections says

    September 5, 2014 at 9:33 AM

    Can I hire you to come to my house and cook for a week? ALL of your recipes are right up my alley. These sound amazing, Lindsay!

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  23. Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating says

    September 5, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    These look delicious! I love pumpkin bread, that’s probably my favorite!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 9:58 AM

      so darn good!

      Reply
  24. Amanda Robinson says

    September 5, 2014 at 9:54 AM

    These look amazing, I can’t wait to try them! I need to go stock up on canned pumpkin this fall, while it’s so easy to find.

    I have been loving overnight oats for breakfast, so I want to try mixing in a little canned pumpkin and topping with nuts.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 9:58 AM

      oh so good! pumpkin oatmeal is a staple when it gets a little colder!

      Reply
  25. Annmarie says

    September 5, 2014 at 9:56 AM

    These look delish!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2014 at 9:58 AM

      Thank you!

      Reply
  26. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats says

    September 5, 2014 at 10:03 AM

    These look great! I am not quite ready to bust out the pumpkin personally but I’d still eat it. Nothing wrong with a little transition recipe! 🙂

    Reply
  27. Paige @ Your Trainer Paige says

    September 5, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    Yum!
    I think that September is fair game for pumpkin. Any sooner, and we’re just robbing summer!

    Reply
  28. Marisa @ Uproot from Oregon says

    September 5, 2014 at 10:52 AM

    These look delicious – pinned for a reminder to make them later this fall! I am ready for pumpkin oats & pumpkin pie.

    Reply
  29. She Rocks Fitness says

    September 5, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    I love the addition of the Honey Nut Cheerios…Those were a favorite of mine as a kid…Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  30. kristin @ W [H] A T C H says

    September 5, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    oh my gosh, this is brilliant. this is going to take my frozen yogurt obsession to the next level.

    Reply
  31. Nicole @ Fitful Focus says

    September 5, 2014 at 11:24 AM

    wow! these look delicious!

    Reply
  32. Brittany says

    September 5, 2014 at 11:50 AM

    LOVE this idea lady! I’m all about the pumpkin and have way too many favorite pumpkin recipes to name here — my comment would end up taking up your entire blog. 😉

    Reply
  33. Fancy Nancy says

    September 5, 2014 at 12:02 PM

    Yum! You had me at pumpkin!!! I love pumpkin ice cream but this is a great alternative! I really like putting pumpkin in my smoothies this time of year too!

    Reply
  34. Ang @ Nutty for Life says

    September 5, 2014 at 1:07 PM

    These look amazing!! One of my favorite treats is pumpkin pie ice cream, so I feel like this would be a great little dessert.

    Reply
  35. Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says

    September 5, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    Omg these look amazing! When I stark cooking with pumpkin, these are happening!

    Reply
  36. Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says

    September 5, 2014 at 1:10 PM

    These bites look so refreshing! Pumpkin pie has always been my favorite pumpkin treat!

    Reply
  37. Chelsea says

    September 5, 2014 at 1:26 PM

    These look simple and great! Pumpkin flavored everything is my favorite season. 🙂

    Reply
  38. Montana Ross (@LaZgirlruns) says

    September 5, 2014 at 4:11 PM

    These sound delicious! Fall is my favorite time of year because of all the yummy pumpkin recipes that come out. I’m honored that you decided to link up with us- I’ve been reading your blog and I love it! 🙂

    Reply
  39. Emily @ Whatever Floats Your Oats says

    September 5, 2014 at 5:29 PM

    YUM! I love pumpkin!

    Reply
  40. Kate says

    September 5, 2014 at 6:57 PM

    I’ve been bitten by the pumpkin bug, too. I found 2 cans of pumpkin and was just going to make tons of faux Pumpkin Spice Lattes, but now I think I’ll make these and a little PSL. They look delish!

    Reply
  41. Jesi @ Be the Uprising says

    September 5, 2014 at 7:06 PM

    These look so good. I’ve been craving pumpkin and need to go get some. This is a definite must make. I think my favorite pumpkin recipe is actually pumpkin and butternut squash ravioli with just a brown butter sauce.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 7, 2014 at 9:55 PM

      that sounds good!

      Reply
  42. Jody - Fit at 56 says

    September 5, 2014 at 8:03 PM

    Those look amazing & so cute!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish you were close so I could raid your kitchen! 🙂

    Reply
  43. Farrah says

    September 5, 2014 at 9:39 PM

    Nonsense! It’s never too early for pumpkin! These look absolutely amazing and I’m definitely gonna have to try them out (after I obtain a food processor 😡 )! <3 Thanks so much for sharing! 😀

    Reply
  44. Vilivfashion says

    September 6, 2014 at 1:06 AM

    Everything about this sounds delicious! I will definitely try this out and it is perfect for the fall season!
    -Vi from vilivfashion.com

    ★★★★

    Reply
  45. [email protected] Today Magazine says

    September 7, 2014 at 3:34 PM

    These look yummy! I love this time of year when there are plenty of apples and pumpkins. My favorite pumpkin recipes are pumpkin pancakes and pumpkin soup.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  46. Kelley says

    September 7, 2014 at 11:42 PM

    Such a great idea! These look and sound delicious!

    Reply
  47. Cynthia @ You Signed Up For WHAT?! says

    September 9, 2014 at 11:08 PM

    Yum, this looks delicious!

    Reply
  48. Cassie says

    September 10, 2014 at 6:14 PM

    Love this!! What a great summer->fall transition recipe!

    Reply
  49. Kindra says

    September 15, 2014 at 11:12 PM

    These look so good. I have gestational diabetes and am on a low-sugar, low-carb diet. I make my own yogurt so I can control the sugar content. I have special “sugar” to use and sugar-free maple syrup. I love pumpkin stuff too. I don’t think I can use the dates but will make substitutions as needed. Thanks!

    Reply
  50. Amanda R says

    September 16, 2014 at 2:37 PM

    I use silicon molds for all of my bite-type of recipes (and many other things). So easy to pop out, and there’s no risk of scratching the surface with a knife. I’ll be making these soon!

    Reply
  51. Alyssa says

    October 26, 2014 at 6:29 PM

    These looked so good I had to try them! Just popped my first batch into the freezer, so we’ll see in a few hours how they came out. I used graham crackers , peanuts, and gingersnaps for the crust, and I added a few shakes of nutmeg and clove as well. For the filling, I used honey and added cinnamon, nutmeg and clove as well. Tastes just like pumpkin pie!

    ★★★★

    Reply
  52. prints uk says

    December 11, 2017 at 2:12 AM

    Hello,I hear ya on the pumpkin puree. I opened a can on the weekend and I’m still trying to get through it! This recipe for pumpkin pie bites will definitely help me use up the rest!

    Reply

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