Description
Experience the delightful combination of sweet and tart with this homemade cherry frozen yogurt. This refreshing treat boasts a creamy texture and vibrant color, making it perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will impress family and friends alike. Whether enjoyed on a hot summer day or cozy winter night, this cherry frozen yogurt is sure to become your new favorite dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust based on cherry sweetness)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the cherries by washing them thoroughly and removing the pits.
- In a blender, combine pitted cherries, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Pour the blended mixture into an airtight container and freeze for about 3-4 hours, stirring every hour for even texture.
- Once set, scoop into bowls or cones and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (freezing)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating other fruits like strawberries or blueberries. If using frozen cherries, thaw them slightly before blending. Let the frozen yogurt sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping for better texture.