Whipped yogurt with strawberries is a new favorite dessert in our home. Fresh berries are macerated with honey and lemon zest and topped with greek yogurt that’s been whipped with a splash of heavy cream. A touch of sugar from the honey balances the tartness of berries, for a refreshing and healthy-ish summertime treat.
Weeknight desserts are a much contested topic in our home. Kenny and I both love sweets but we also want to feel healthy and live a balanced life. Squares of dark chocolate and hot tea are a go-to but when temperatures rise we want something more refreshing.
On a mission to make a summer dessert that’s fast, fresh and healthier than ice cream, I turned to Greek yogurt. Combining full fat, high protein Greek yogurt with some heavy cream made a perfectly balanced topping for fresh berries. We like to top our bowls with a bit of mini chocolate chips, adding texture and…well…chocolate(!) to the mix.
You can make the recipe as is or try an almond twist by adding 1/4 teaspoon almond extract and topping the dish with toasted sliced almonds. Whatever you choose, this whipped yogurt with strawberries is a fantastic way to indulge without the guilt.
other variations you can try:
- add lemon zest to the yogurt and top a bowl of blueberries
- sweeten the yogurt with maple syrup, dollop over banana slices, and top with candied pecans or walnuts
- add 1 tablespoon of coco powder to the yogurt and sweeten with powdered sugar
While you’re at it, try one of these other summer desserts:
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whipped yogurt with strawberries
- Yield: serves 2
Ingredients
Whipped yogurt:
- 1, 5.3 ounce container whole fat greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 Tablespoon honey, maple syrup or powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of kosher salt
Macerated strawberries:
- 1 pint strawberries
- 1 teaspoon honey, maple syrup or powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest (optional)
Optional toppings:
- Mini chocolate chips
- Sliced almonds
- Chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Scoop the yogurt into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the heavy whipping cream honey, vanilla extract and salt to the bowl.
- Use a hand mixer to whip the yogurt until thickened and the mixer leaves ribbons in the yogurt, about 3-5 minutes on medium high speed. Taste the whipped yogurt and add more honey if you prefer. Whip the yogurt again if you add more honey.
- Refrigerate the whipped yogurt for 30 minutes while you prepare the strawberries.
- Quarter or slice the strawberries, based on your preference.
- In a large bowl, toss together the strawberries, honey and lemon zest (if using). Let the strawberries sit at room temperature until they’re glistening and have released some of their juices.
- Divide the strawberries into two serving bowls, top with the chilled whipped yogurt and mini chocolate chips or almonds slices (if using).
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