How to Make Frozen Yogurt From Scratch

Experiment with your frozen yogurt recipe by adding different fruits and berries.

Low in calories and fat, frozen yogurt is an ideal healthy treat to satisfy that sweet tooth. Throw in some fresh fruit or berries to boost its nutritional goodness. Frozen yogurt is a great desert or snack on a hot summer's day. It's cheap and easy to make, and there are so many variations -- so get creative!

Things You'll Need

• 2 cups plain yogurt
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 3 cups fruit or berries (if desired)
• Large bowl
• Cheese cloth
• Mesh strainer
• Food processor

Instructions

1. Strain the yogurt. Place the mesh strainer on the large bowl and cover with the cheese cloth. Pour the yogurt on top of the cheese cloth, fold over the edges to cover and refrigerate overnight.

   Tip: The straining process removes the moisture from the yogurt, giving it a creamier texture. If you wish to skip this process, use a thicker Greek yogurt, or it is sometimes possible to find ready-strained yogurt.

2. Put the yogurt, vanilla, sugar and fruit (if required) into a food processor and blend thoroughly.

   Tip: If you are using berries, blend the berries first and sieve to remove the seeds before adding to the other ingredients. Alternatively, if you want a crunchy texture with added nutritional benefit, leave them in.

3. If you have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into the freezer can and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

   If you do not have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a 9 x 13 inch baking tray and place in the freezer. Stir every hour or two until the edges are frozen hard.

References

• Fat-Free Frozen Yogurt & Sorbet Recipes
• Creamy Vanilla Frozen Yogurt
• Strawberry Frozen Yogurt

Resources

• Frozen Yogurt Recipes: How to Make Frozen Yogurt At Home