Want a fresh, healthy, and super easy homemade ice cream without an ice cream maker? Greek yogurt ice cream is the perfect choice: light, high in protein, and ready with just a few ingredients. Discover this simple recipe for a creamy, delicious, and customizable dessert.
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 500 g full-fat Greek yogurt (preferably 10% fat)
- 200 ml fresh liquid cream (heavy whipping cream)
- 100 g honey or powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Fresh fruit, chocolate chips, or toppings for decoration (optional)
Step-by-Step Preparation
Mix yogurt and honey In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt with the honey (or sugar) and vanilla extract. Stir well until smooth and homogeneous.
Whip the cream In another bowl, whip the very cold fresh cream with an electric mixer until it reaches stiff peaks.
Gently combine Add the whipped cream to the yogurt mixture, folding gently from bottom to top with a spatula to keep it airy.
Transfer to a container Pour the mixture into a low, wide container (preferably metal or glass) for faster freezing.
Freeze and stir Place in the freezer and stir every 30 minutes for the first 3 hours to prevent ice crystals from forming.
Serve after 4-5 hours Once firm, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping.
Tasty Variations
- With pieces of fresh fruit (strawberries, mango, peaches)
- With chocolate chips or cocoa powder
- With granola and honey for a “frozen yogurt bowl” effect
- With lemon zest for a fresh citrus twist
Extra Tip
Use full-fat Greek yogurt (not low-fat) for a richer and creamier texture. For a higher-protein version, choose unsweetened Greek yogurt and sweeten with stevia or erythritol.
This no-churn Greek yogurt ice cream is fresh, light, and incredibly easy to make at home. Perfect for hot summer days or as a healthy dessert!
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