You've come to the right page if you want to know how to make ice cream from yogurt! Making yogurt ice cream is not only super easy, but also healthier and faster than traditional ice cream.
In this blog, we share our favorite ways to make your own yogurt ice cream. We have made these recipes ourselves, so we know they are good.
Of course, tastes are personal, but we are happy to give you our recommendations based on our experiences.
Tip: Don't have good serving glasses yet? Check out our crystal ice cream glasses – perfect for a stylish presentation of your homemade ice cream.
Now, let's move on to our recipes for making your own yogurt ice cream!
1. Basic Recipe: Plain Yogurt with Honey and Berries
This is a classic combination that always works well. And it's a very simple recipe. Mix Greek yogurt with a splash of honey and a handful of blueberries. Freeze the mixture for 4–6 hours, for example, in ice cream molds or containers. Stir every hour for a creamier result.
+ pros
- Fresh, light, and healthy
- No ice cream machine needed
- Easy to garnish with fruit or nuts
– cons
- A bit tart if you don't add fruit
- Less creamy than traditional ice cream
Perfect to serve in: our crystal tumbler glasses, instantly adding style to your dessert.
Eridanous Greek yogurt is perfect for this recipe
2. Tropical Yogurt Ice Cream with Mango and Coconut
We have a recipe for those who love tropical flavors: blend mango, coconut milk, and full-fat yogurt until smooth. Freeze and serve with fresh mint.
+ pros
- It tastes sweet but without added sugar
- Smooth and creamy due to the coconut
- Kids love it
– cons
- Needs to thaw briefly before scooping
- Not all coconut milk is equally creamy
How to impress: use an ice cream scoop and make scoops in a glass. Garnish with shredded coconut.
3. Making Yogurt Popsicles – Ideal for Kids
Want to make really fun yogurt popsicles? Use silicone ice cream molds and fill them with layers of yogurt and pureed fruit. After 5 hours in the freezer, they are ready!
+ pros
- Fun to do with children
- No added sugar needed
- Super colorful
– cons
- Molds needed
- Not suitable for people with sensitive teeth
Presentation tip: serve on a small plate with a crystal glass of water with mint for the looks.
4. Luxury Dessert: Yogurt Ice Cream with Caramel and Sea Salt
Want to impress your guests? Mix Greek yogurt with a caramel sauce and a pinch of sea salt. Freeze in a shallow dish and scoop into balls. Top with chopped pecans.
+ pros
- Combination of sweet and salty is heavenly
- Quick to prepare
- Festive
– cons
- Less suitable for vegans
- Contains sugar
Bonne Maman caramel sauce is an absolute must-have! Click here to take a look.
Finally: Why Make Your Own Yogurt Ice Cream?
Making your own yogurt ice cream is:
- healthy
- quick
- affordable
- endlessly versatile
- and perfect for stylish serving
Making yogurt ice cream is not only fun but also a smart choice. And who says homemade ice cream can't look stylish?
Finish It Off: Serve Your Yogurt Ice Cream in Style
A good recipe deserves a beautiful presentation. With our crystal ice cream glasses, your dessert will look like it came from a restaurant effortlessly.
View our glasses here for ice cream & desserts and give your homemade creation the look it deserves.
