Chocolate Frozen Yogurt Recipe

You mix the ingredients in your food processor, then freeze them, making sure to stir the mixture once in a while until it’s completely frozen. I love making homemade froyo! Much like baking, it’s the magic of watching a mixture of ingredients turn into something completely different. And so very delightful! Intensely chocolatey and delightfully creamy, this chocolate frozen yogurt recipe is the result of several attempts at getting to perfection. I’m glad I persevered - it’s wonderful!

Ingredients

You’ll only need a few simple ingredients to make this tasty dessert. The exact measurements are included in the recipe card below. Here’s an overview of what you’ll need: Sweetener: For the smoothest texture, it’s a good idea to use a powdered sweetener. Powdered erythritol works well. If you don’t mind sugar, you can use powdered sugar, although white granulated sugar will also work. I often use stevia - I like stevia glycerite since it nearly eliminates any aftertaste. Unsweetened cocoa powder: I like to use Dutch-processed cocoa powder. It’s less acidic than natural cocoa powder. Plain Greek yogurt: I highly recommend using whole-milk yogurt. This will give you the best flavor and texture. Vanilla extract: Try to use the real thing - pure vanilla extract - and not the artificially flavored stuff.

Instructions

Making this chocolate frozen yogurt is easy! Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps:

Simply mix the ingredients together. I use a food processor to ensure everything is completely smooth and well-blended.Then transfer the mixture to a pan.Freeze, stirring the yogurt every hour. Stirring prevents large ice crystals from forming and helps achieve a creamy consistency.

Expert tip

I recommend using Dutch-processed cocoa powder in this recipe. Dutch processing adds an alkali to the cocoa, reducing its acidity. Natural cocoa powder is quite acidic. Dutch-processed cocoa powder is milder.

Frequently asked questions

Variations

The best way to vary this recipe is by experimenting with different flavor extracts instead of using vanilla. Good options include almond extract, coconut extract, and orange extract. If you opt for using any of these extracts, use just 1 teaspoon of them.

Serving suggestions

Obviously, you can serve this dessert just as it is. It’s rich and delicious! You can also top it with fresh berries, shredded coconut, or a dollop of whipped cream.

Storing leftovers

You can keep this yogurt in the freezer for up to three months. The longer you keep it, the icier it will become. So remove it from the freezer 30 minutes before serving it. Sometimes, if it’s been in the freezer for a while, I run it through the food processor to remove the iciness and make a creamy soft-serve froyo.

👩🏻‍🍳 I typically publish a new or an updated recipe once a week. Want these recipes in your inbox? Subscribe! You can unsubscribe at any time.