Buster Bars (Dairy Queen Copycat) Recipe
Introduction
Buster Bars are a fun and delicious treat you can easily make at home. This Dairy Queen copycat combines creamy yogurt and peanut butter with a crunchy chocolate coating for a perfect frozen snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup yogurt (or vanilla ice cream or vegan yogurt)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (if using unsweetened yogurt)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix the yogurt, peanut butter, and sweetener until smooth and fully combined.
- Step 2: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined tray, shaping each into a bar shape.
- Step 3: Insert sticks into each bar and smooth the tops for an even surface.
- Step 4: Sprinkle peanuts over the bars if you want a crunchy texture.
- Step 5: Place the tray in the freezer and freeze until the bars are firm, about 1–2 hours.
- Step 6: While the bars freeze, melt the chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Step 7: Dip each frozen bar into the melted chocolate, coating it completely.
- Step 8: Return the chocolate-coated bars to the parchment-lined tray and freeze again until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.
Tips & Variations
- Use vegan yogurt and dairy-free chocolate chips to make these bars vegan-friendly.
- Add chopped dried fruit or shredded coconut to the yogurt mixture for extra flavor and texture.
- If you prefer sweeter bars, increase the sweetener slightly or use flavored yogurt.
- Peanuts provide crunch, but you can substitute with almonds, pecans, or leave them out entirely.
- Work quickly when dipping bars in chocolate to prevent melting.
Storage
Store the finished Buster Bars in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. To enjoy, remove a bar and let it sit for a couple of minutes at room temperature before eating for a softer texture. Do not refreeze bars once thawed.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other nut butters instead of peanut butter?
Yes, almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter work well and provide different flavors.
What can I use if I don’t have coconut oil?
You can use any neutral oil like vegetable or canola oil, but coconut oil helps the chocolate set with a nice sheen.
PrintBuster Bars (Dairy Queen Copycat) Recipe
These homemade Buster Bars are a delicious Dairy Queen copycat treat featuring a creamy, peanut butter and yogurt (or ice cream) base, dipped in rich chocolate and topped with crunchy peanuts. A perfect no-bake frozen dessert that can be customized with vegan options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (mainly for melting chocolate)
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes (including freezing time)
- Yield: 6–8 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Base
- 1 cup yogurt (or vanilla ice cream or vegan yogurt)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (if using unsweetened yogurt)
Toppings & Coating
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the base ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt (or vanilla ice cream/vegan yogurt), peanut butter, and sweetener until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Form the bars: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined tray, shaping them into bar shapes. Insert sticks into each and gently smooth the tops to create even surfaces.
- Sprinkle peanuts: If desired, sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of each bar for added crunch and flavor.
- Freeze until firm: Place the tray in the freezer and allow the bars to freeze fully, which usually takes about 1-2 hours, until they are solid enough to handle.
- Melt chocolate coating: While the bars freeze, melt the chocolate chips together with the coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Dip the bars: Remove the frozen bars from the freezer and quickly dip each bar into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Final freeze: Return the chocolate-coated bars to the parchment-lined tray and freeze again until the chocolate sets completely, about 30 minutes.
Notes
- You can substitute yogurt with vanilla ice cream or vegan yogurt for different flavor and texture.
- Adjust sweetness according to your preference or based on the yogurt used.
- Adding coconut oil to the chocolate chips makes the coating smoother and easier to dip.
- Peanuts are optional but add a nice crunch and nutty flavor.
- Store the finished bars in the freezer until ready to serve to maintain their firmness.
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