Dairy Free Dilly Bars

Make my dreamy little homemade Dilly Bar recipe with minimal ingredients! When I was younger, we would frequent Dairy Queen weekly in the summer and my dad's favorite was the Dilly Bar (I usually opted for a Blizzard). Now, I recreate the classic recipes and make them gluten free, dairy free and with better ingredients. This copycat recipe takes just a few minutes to make! I love that the recipe comes together in one bowl, plus it is easy to make refined sugar free. Nostalgia on a stick, the frozen sweet treats turn out creamy and incredibly delicious. Plus, this variation had a fun surprise in the middle! For more fun copycat recipes, try my In N Out Burger, Gluten Free Hamburger Helper and these iconic Chicken Snack Wraps!

What is a dilly bar?

A traditional Dilly Bar is a frozen dessert made by Dairy Queen. The soft serve is shaped like a disc and is coated in chocolate. I made a more wholesome version by using yogurt and chocolate!

Why You Will Love This DQ Dilly Bar Recipe

• Nibbling on a Dilly Bar takes me right back to childhood and is so nostalgic!
• They are creamy and silky!
• The snap of the frozen chocolate is so satisfying!
• One bowl: Because no one wants a boat load of dishes!
• Easy to change the flavors: I never get tired of these because there are so many ways to flavor them!
• Great to make with kids.
• Great to top: You can add loads of sprinkles to make them a little fancy- try salt flakes, dried rose petals or toasted nuts.

Dairy Queen Dilly Bar Ingredients

• Dairy free yogurt: Choose a thick, yogurt for a creamy "soft serve" that holds its structure in the freezer.
• Vanilla protein powder: Use your favorite brand!
• Honey or maple syrup: For a touch of natural sweetness. You can also leave these out.
• Vanilla: I love adding a little vanilla - it adds to the "soft serve" feel to each Dilly Bar.
• Candies: I added some chocolate candies in the center for a surprise!

For the shell

• Dairy free chocolate chips: Use a good quality chocolate that melts easily.
• Coconut oil (optional): I recommend it for a glossy coating and a snap!

Non Dairy Dilly Bar Tools

To make this Dilly Bar recipe, you'll need some kitchen basics. Gather up a bowl, a set of measuring cups and spoons, a baking sheet, parchment paper and popsicle sticks.

How to Make Dairy Free Dilly Bars

Step 1: Gather your ingredients.

Step 2: Add the filling ingredients into a bowl and combine them.

Step 3: Spoon the filling onto a lined baking sheet and make circles.

Step 3: Press a popsicle stick into each circle of yogurt mixture.

Step 4: Freeze your copycat Dilly Bar pops until hard.

Step 5: Make the coating by melting chocolate and coconut oil together in the microwave or over simmering hot water.

Step 6: Pour the chocolate over the yogurt pops until completely coated and freeze again until hard.

Non Dairy Dilly Bar Tips

• Use a thick, full-fat yogurt so that it holds the circle shape.
• Chill the baking sheet in the freezer for a few minutes prior so that the mixture sets faster and holds shape.
• Press sticks in right after scooping.
• Bars need to be completely firm before dipping in chocolate.
• The coconut oil thins the chocolate just enough to give you a smooth, even coating and that satisfying snap when you bite in, instead of a thick, clumpy shell.

DQ Dilly Bar Variations

• Double chocolate: Use a chocolate instead of vanilla protein powder. You could mix in some vegan chocolate chips too!
• Mocha: Swap vanilla for strong, chilled espresso.
• Strawberries and cream: Use a white chocolate for the shell and stir in some freeze dried strawberries into your Dilly Bar recipe.
• Matcha: You know how I love a bit of matcha - mix 1/2 teaspoon of matcha powder into the yogurt.
• Candies: Try adding different candies or sprinkles into the mixture!
• Toppings: Top with flaky sea salt or sprinkles!
• Chocolate: Switch up the chocolate! Try making a white chocolate shell instead of a dark chocolate shell.

How to Serve Dilly Bars

Because this Dilly Bar recipe uses good-for-me ingredients, I have them as a snack, dessert or anytime treat.

• Have them straight out of the freezer.
• Serve them to friends in a large bowl or plate with ice, so they stay cool for as long as possible.
• Have them by the pool as a treat!
• This makes a cute summertime dessert when you have friends over.

How to Store Dairy Queen Dilly Bars

Store this Dilly Bar recipe in the freezer for up to 3 months. Wrap each one in parchment paper to make sure they don't freeze together!

Dairy Queen Dilly Bar FAQ

Why do they call it a Dilly Bar?

The word "dilly' was a term used in the sixties to describe something excellent.

What flavor dilly bars do they have at Dairy Queen?

Dairy Queen make classic chocolate, cherry and butterscotch flavored Dilly Bars.

What yogurt works best for this? 

Coconut yogurt is best for this! If you can have dairy, Greek yogurt works well!

Does this recipe contain any artificial sweeteners?

Nope! Not a drop.

What other flavors could I make?

Cherry, strawberry, matcha, mocha or salted chocolate are all great!

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Be sure to try these fun treat ideas next:

Frozen S'mores Jars

Lemon Poppyseed Cupcakes

Vegan Lemon Blueberry Cake

Homemade Gummies

Chocolate Dipped Oranges

If you make this Dilly Bar recipe and love it, I would really appreciate a 5 star review! I also love seeing your creations so please tag me on Instagram or TikTok.