Whip Up This No-Cook, Kid-Friendly Dessert in Just 5 Minutes!

For my young daughters, aged three and five, sprinkles add a splash of color and festivity to everyday treats, from waffles in the morning to a scoop of ice cream before bedtime. Reminiscing about my own childhood filled with sprinkle-topped goodies, I decided to recreate one of my favorite childhood snacks: Dunkaroos.

Incorporating Greek yogurt as the base of the frosting adds a healthy twist to this treat. The inspiration for this recipe originated unexpectedly from fitness influencers and their protein-rich snacks after workouts.

Popular among fitness enthusiasts are mixtures involving yogurt or cottage cheese, protein powders, and baking mixes. I opted to keep this treat simple for kids, using just three readily available ingredients: Greek yogurt, pudding mix, and of course, sprinkles.

Essential Ingredients

I prefer whole-milk Greek yogurt for its rich flavor and creamy texture. Opt for ultra-smooth varieties such as Chobani, Fage, or Trader Joe’s.

The Jell-O brand instant pudding mix not only infuses intense vanilla flavor and sweetness but also thickens the yogurt to a frosting-like consistency that’s perfect for dipping.

Get creative with your choice of sprinkles. From classic rainbow sprinkles found at ice cream parlors to holiday-themed colors and fun shapes like stars and hearts—options like Fancy Sprinkles and Kroger’s Ice Cream Sprinkles are some of my family’s favorites.

How to Serve

Preparing this delightful snack is straightforward: simply mix the three ingredients. Choose from a variety of dunkers like graham crackers, animal crackers, butter waffle cookies, or even broken-up ice cream cones. For a sweet and salty twist, try pretzel sticks, or keep it healthy with slices of apple.