Lemon Lavender Frozen Yogurt
Lemon lavender frozen yogurt blends tart lemon juice and zest with a small amount of dried culinary lavender steeped into a simple syrup, then churns it with plain yogurt for a tangy, floral frozen treat. The whole recipe takes about 20 minutes of prep plus churning and freezing time.
Equipment
- Ice Cream Maker
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Microplane Zester
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt preferably full-fat
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest use a microplane zester
- 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender finely ground
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, and ground dried lavender until smooth and well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically about 20-25 minutes, until the mixture reaches a soft serve consistency.
- If a firmer texture is desired, transfer the churned yogurt into an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2 hours.
Notes
- For a twist, consider adding a handful of fresh blueberries for a burst of color and flavor.
- Ensure lavender is culinary-grade to avoid bitterness.
- Replace sugar with honey for an alternative sweetener option.
Nutrition
Calories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 10gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 37mgPotassium: 151mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 53gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 115mgIron: 0.1mg
Tried this recipe?Rate This Recipe!
