Description
This refreshing Coconut Pineapple Frozen Yogurt combines creamy Greek yogurt and coconut milk with tropical pineapple and toasted coconut flakes for a light, delicious frozen treat perfect for warm days. The recipe is simple, uses an ice cream maker, and results in a creamy, slightly tangy frozen yogurt with delightful pineapple bursts and a hint of coconut flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ Cup Greek yogurt (plain)
- ¾ Cup coconut milk
- 6 to 7 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon vodka (optional)
- ¼ Cup pineapple (fresh or canned, crushed and drained)
- ¼ Cup coconut flakes (toasted for garnish)
Instructions
- Blend the base: Combine the Greek yogurt, coconut milk, granulated sugar, and vodka in a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined to ensure the sugar dissolves evenly.
- Chill the mixture: Cover the blended mixture and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours until it is thoroughly chilled, which helps improve the texture when freezing.
- Process in ice cream maker: Pour the chilled yogurt mixture into your ice cream maker and process according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This usually takes about 15 minutes and will turn the mixture into soft serve frozen yogurt.
- Incorporate pineapple: Transfer the soft frozen yogurt into a large container with a lid. Gently stir in the crushed, drained pineapple, mixing thoroughly to evenly distribute the fruit and prevent icy shards.
- Freeze until firm: Cover the container and place it into the freezer for 2 to 3 hours, or until the frozen yogurt firms up to your desired consistency.
- Serve with garnish: When ready to serve, sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can place the mixture in a shallow container and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes to break up ice crystals, until firm.
- Vodka is optional and helps prevent the frozen yogurt from freezing too hard.
- Use fresh pineapple for best flavor, but canned pineapple that is well-drained works well too.
- Adjust sugar level to taste depending on the sweetness of the pineapple.
- To toast coconut flakes, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes until golden brown, stirring once.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (processing) + 5 minutes (toasting coconut flakes)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
