Key Lime Frozen Yogurt
Creamy, tangy, and refreshingly zesty, this Key Lime Frozen Yogurt is the ultimate frozen treat for citrus lovers. Made with plain full-fat yogurt, fresh key lime juice, and a hint of zest, this recipe balances just the right amount of tartness with sweetness, thanks to granulated sugar and a splash of pure vanilla extract. Whipped heavy cream is gently folded in to give it a luxuriously smooth texture. Perfect for a hot summer day, this easy-to-make frozen dessert comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, before your ice cream maker works its magic. Serve it straight from the churn for a soft, silky finish, or let it freeze to your desired firmness. Garnished with a sprinkle of lime zest or a slice of fresh key lime, this homemade frozen yogurt promises a bright burst of tropical flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Plain full-fat yogurt
- 0.5 cups Key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Key lime zest
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the plain full-fat yogurt, key lime juice, key lime zest, granulated sugar, and pure vanilla extract. Whisk together until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. This step adds extra creaminess to the frozen yogurt.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the yogurt mixture using a spatula. Mix until fully incorporated, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill the mixture thoroughly. A cooler mixture will churn better in the ice cream machine.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This typically takes 20-25 minutes.
Transfer the churned frozen yogurt to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours for a firmer consistency, or serve immediately for a softer texture.
Garnish with additional lime zest or a slice of fresh key lime before serving, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1315 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.4 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.0 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.8 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 608 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 892 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
