15-Minute Creamy Homemade Frozen Yogurt
A rich and tangy frozen yogurt made with full-fat Greek yogurt, heavy cream, and sugar for an indulgent yet lighter alternative to ice cream. The Greek yogurt provides a distinctive tartness balanced by sweetness, creating a refreshing dessert perfect for warm weather or as a healthier treat. This version achieves a creamy texture through proper sugar dissolution and offers flexibility with ice cream maker or food processor methods.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together vigorously the yogurt, cream, sugar, and vanilla extract if using
- 2
Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved, testing by rubbing slightly with fingers to check for grittiness, then taste
- 3
Freeze the yogurt mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions
- 4
Alternatively, freeze in silicon ice cube-sized trays for 3 hours, then pop out cubes and blend in food processor until smooth, adding splash of cream if necessary
- 5
If frozen overnight, allow cubes to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes to soften before blending
- 6
For scoopable consistency, freeze 2 to 3 hours after churning to harden
- 7
Top with toppings and serve
Tips
Test sugar dissolution by rubbing mixture between fingers - it should feel smooth, not gritty, before freezing.
If using ice cube method and frozen overnight, let cubes soften 20 minutes at room temperature for easier blending.
Add a splash of cream during food processor blending if mixture seems too thick to process smoothly.
Good to Know
Store covered in freezer up to 1 week. Texture becomes icy when frozen overnight.
Best eaten when freshly made. Can be made up to 1 week ahead but texture will be icier.
Allow frozen yogurt to thaw 30 minutes at room temperature before scooping if stored overnight. Run through food processor after thawing for smoother texture.
Common Mistakes
Dissolve sugar completely to avoid gritty texture in final product.
Don't skip softening time for ice cube method to avoid damaging food processor.
Store properly covered to prevent ice crystals from forming on surface.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
tangier, less creamy
FAQ
Can I make this without an ice cream maker?
Yes, freeze the mixture in ice cube trays for 3 hours, then blend the cubes in a food processor until smooth, adding cream as needed.
How long does homemade frozen yogurt keep?
It stores up to 1 week in the freezer but is best eaten fresh. The texture becomes icy when stored overnight.
What if my frozen yogurt is too hard to scoop?
Let it thaw on the counter for at least 30 minutes, then consider running it through a food processor for smoother texture.