As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
The best homemade Frozen Yogurt Recipe without ice cream maker! Rich and creamy, this easy frozen yogurt is perfect for a refreshing snack or dessert. Surprisingly healthy and high protein!
Protein muffins, Greek yogurt cake, protein cheesecake, protein cookies…the list goes on and on. If you’ve been following for a while, you may probably know that Greek yogurt is one of the ingredients I use the most.
No wonder that out of all treats, froyo is my favorite. Refreshing and so delicious, I simply love it. I love it so much that I had to come up with my own healthier version, as soon as possible. And here I am!
If you are looking for healthy alternatives to ice cream, this homemade froyo recipe is for you. Made with just 3 ingredients, it is nutritious, high in protein and has no added sugars!
What is froyo made of?
Greek yogurt and frozen fruit, I bet that you already have everything at home. My recipe for homemade frozen yogurt is very simple and minimalistic, plus it can easily be adapted to your own needs. Read further for the ingredient list with details and replacements:
- Greek yogurt. The best frozen yogurt is made with full fat Greek yogurt, it makes the dessert a richer, smoother and creamier. As an alternative you can also use 5% Greek yogurt, but anything lower in fats is not recommended. If you can’t eat dairy, replace with coconut yogurt or any other firm dairy-free yogurt.
- Frozen bananas. Use peeled and sliced frozen bananas, the riper they are, the sweeter your froyo. The bananas are essential because they help produce a creamier, velvety consistency.
- Frozen fruit. I blended in a cup of frozen strawberries, but feel free to choose any other frozen fruit you like. My recommendations are blueberries, a mix of berries, mango, or one additional banana.
Mix-in & swirl-in ideas
Point of view, the BEST part of frozen yogurt is customizing it. I always swirl in froyo chocolate chips and crushed hazelnuts. It feels like eating frozen Ferrero Rocher. If you agree, read further because I’m about to give you a couple of mix-in ideas.
- Pure maple syrup, honey, agave or corn syrup. For a sweeter froyo, you will want to blend in a couple tablespoons or your favorite syrup.
- Vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, or a couple teaspoons of cocoa powder. Experiment with spices and natural flavors, have fun tasting different frozen desserts.
- Protein powder. Scooping in some protein powder and mixing is the way to go, if you regularly work out or are into fitness.
- Chocolate chips, dark chocolate chunks, cocoa nibs, chopped walnuts, peanut butter. These are some of the best toppings that you can swirl in frozen yogurt.
- Fresh berries, chopped pineapple or mango, diced kiwi, sliced bananas. Enjoy homemade froyo with your favorite fruit on top for a fresh kick.
How to make frozen yogurt without ice cream maker?
This is a frozen yogurt recipe without ice cream machine. It’s incredibly quick and easy, all you should do is placing all ingredients into a food processor or high speed blender and mix until smooth. Freeze and enjoy! Here are some more details for you:
- Combine ingredients. Place Greek yogurt, frozen bananas cut into slices and frozen fruit into a high speed blender or food processor. You can also add extra ingredients such as maple syrup or honey and vanilla extract, if desired.
- Blend into froyo. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. This should take around 3 to 5 minutes.
- Freeze yogurt. Scoop the mixture out into a loaf pan lined with parchment and cover with a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap to prevent freezer burns. Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
Recipe tips & tricks
- Use full fat Greek yogurt. This recipe should be prepared with either full fat or 5% fat Greek yogurt, low fat alternatives are not suitable. The higher the content in fats, the richer and creamier your homemade frozen yogurt will be.
- Use frozen ripe bananas. Besides providing natural sweetness, frozen bananas blend significantly better and produce a creamier, smoother texture. Replacing it with another type of fruit would not yield the same result.
- Sweeten to your own likings. After blending, taste a bit of the mixture. If it is too plain for you, sweeten with a couple tablespoons of honey or maple syrup to your likings.
- Customize with extra ingredients. Make your own froyo at home by blending in additional ingredients such as cocoa powder, vanilla extract, or nut butter.
- Use a powerful food processor and mix at high speed. Using a powerful food processor or blender will ensure that the ingredients get mixed completely. All we want for a creamy frozen yogurt!
- Freeze before serving. Once you have blended all ingredients together, resist the temptations to dive right into your treat. Scoop it out into a lined loaf pan and freeze for at least 4 hours. When freezing it, make sure you cover the yogurt with a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap to prevent freezer burns.
Storing frozen yogurt
Leftover frozen yogurt can be stored in the freezer for up to one month. To preserve taste and texture, after blending pour the yogurt into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper and cover well to prevent freezer burns. Freeze for up to 1 month.
The best froyo recipe is made with whole milk Greek yogurt, full fat or 5% fat. In comparison to nonfat milk, regular yogurt makes a creamier frozen yogurt with better flavor and consistency.
This easy recipe lends itself to a dairy-free vegan diet. To make nondairy froyo at home, replace whole-milk Greek yogurt with plant based alternatives. I recommend a yogurt with a higher percentage of fats, such as coconut yogurt or almond yogurt. They will make the dessert richer and tastier.
Making high protein froyo is incredibly simple! All you should do is blending in a scoop of protein powder, I recommend vanilla whey protein powder. Or check out my recipe for protein ice cream, I’m sure you will love it.
Yes, definitely! In comparison to regular ice cream or Italian gelato, frozen yogurt is lower in calories, fats and sugars. Additionally, Greek yogurt is a highly nutritious food, source of protein, vitamins such as vitamin D, calcium and probiotics.
More recipes with Greek yogurt
- Protein muffins
- Moist protein banana bread
- Greek yogurt cake
- Protein cheesecake
- Greek yogurt protein cookies
Frozen Yogurt
Equipment
- food processor or high speed blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 grams) Greek yogurt, full-fat or 5% fat
- 2 bananas, frozen, sliced
- 1 cup (160 grams) frozen fruit, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, mango
Optional Ingredients
- 1 to 3 tbsp maple syrup, or honey, to taste for sweeter froyo
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place Greek yogurt, frozen bananas and frozen fruit into a high speed blender or food processor. Add maple syrup and vanilla extract, if you desire.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. This should take about 3 to 5 minutes, until the froyo reaches a soft serve consistency.
- Scoop the yogurt mixture out into a loaf pan lined with parchment and cover with a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap to prevent freezer burns. Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Remove from the freezer about 5 minutes before eating. Scoop into a bowl and enjoy with your favorite toppings.
Yum! I love yogurt and I’m going to try it especially it’s packed with good protein! Perfect snack!
Hey dear Farah,
thanks a lot for your kind comment. Oh yes, you should definitely try this homemade frozen yogurt recipe. It tastes just like froyo from the ice cream place, but healthy and nutritious. As you said, it’s packed with protein and does not contain added sugars. You’ll love it, I promise!
I wish you a great day and upcoming weekend,
Matteo
I made this recipe as shown and added the vanilla and two Tablespoons of raw honey. I froze it in silicon muffin bakers. It made nine small servings. Just perfect when I need something refreshing. Thanks for sharing it.
Hey dear Patty,
thanks a lot for your kind feedback. So happy you liked this easy frozen yogurt recipe, with vanilla and honey it must tastes so delicious!
I wish you a great day,
Matteo
Yogurt is my favorite breakfast and frozen much better. Tks Matt
Hey Constantino,
same here! I love yogurt so much, and even more if it is frozen like this homemade Froyo recipe. You must try!
This frozen yogurt is perfect for this summer!
Hey dear Liza,
thanks so much for your comment! I agree, tasty, refreshing and healthy!
Have a great day,
Matteo