🌙🫐 Mediterranean Moonlight Blueberry Clusters
A dreamy, no-bake treat made with juicy blueberries, creamy yogurt, a hint of honey, and dark chocolate. These Mediterranean Moonlight Blueberry Clusters are antioxidant-rich, naturally sweet, and perfect for a light dessert or healthy snack.
🌿 Description
Inspired by Mediterranean simplicity, these blueberry clusters combine fresh blueberries, Greek yogurt, and nuts for crunch, lightly sweetened with honey and finished with dark chocolate. They’re frozen into bite-sized clusters that taste indulgent but stay light, refreshing, and nourishing—perfect for late-night cravings under the “moonlight.”
📝 Ingredients (Makes 12–15 clusters)
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2 cups fresh blueberries (washed & completely dry)
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp lemon zest (optional, but lovely)
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⅓ cup chopped almonds or pistachios
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3 oz (85 g) dark chocolate (70% cacao), melted
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Pinch of sea salt (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Prepare the base
In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth. -
Add blueberries & nuts
Gently fold in blueberries and chopped nuts, coating them lightly. -
Form clusters
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spoon small mounds (about 1½ tbsp each) onto the sheet. -
Freeze
Freeze for 30–40 minutes, until firm. -
Chocolate finish
Drizzle or spoon melted dark chocolate over each cluster. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt if desired. -
Final freeze
Return to freezer for 10–15 minutes until chocolate sets. -
Serve or store
Enjoy straight from the freezer or let sit 2–3 minutes for a softer bite.
🍽 Serving Ideas
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Serve as a healthy dessert
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Enjoy with evening tea or coffee
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Perfect summer snack or post-dinner treat
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use frozen blueberries?
A: Yes, but do not thaw them fully—excess moisture can make clusters icy.
Q: What yogurt works best?
A: Thick Greek yogurt gives the creamiest texture and holds clusters together.
Q: Can I skip the chocolate?
A: Absolutely! They’re delicious even without chocolate for a lighter version.
Q: How long do they keep?
A: Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Q: Are these kid-friendly?
A: Yes! You can use milk chocolate and skip nuts if needed.
