When it comes to a giant waffle cone piled high with frosty, sweet scoops of frozen yogurt, I never think twice. I don’t care if it’s 9am or 9pm, I’m going for it! This super-easy 3-Ingredient Frozen Yogurt is my favorite summertime magic trick! With just a little time spent blending the ingredients, thanks to a hand mixer (no ice cream maker necessary!), this vanilla froyo is light, sweet, and oh-so-creamy. I’m big on texture, especially when it comes to frozen treats, and this frozen yogurt does not disappoint. Not to mention, it costs pennies to make at home compared to going to the scoop shop!
Easy 3 Ingredient Frozen Yogurt Recipe
I’ve played around with a bunch of combos, but this trio of ingredients always hits the sweet spot when I’m making homemade frozen yogurt. The hardest part of homemade froyo is getting the perfect creamy texture. Too much water in the mix means too many ice crystals. Full-fat Greek yogurt is my go-to because it’s thick, tangy, and strained, so it doesn’t have much extra water hanging around. Then the sweetened condensed milk pulls double duty by keeping things sweet and smooth. It’s got just enough sugar and creaminess to help reduce the formation of those pesky ice crystals that can make homemade froyo a little too crunchy.
And the vanilla? It brings in a familiar flavor and makes the whole thing taste like the real deal. It’s a seriously budget-friendly treat, and your family can customize theirs however they like; I love throwing together a little topping bar based on whatever candy or chocolate chips we have on hand in the house!
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3 Ingredient Frozen Yogurt
Cool off with this quick and easy 3-Ingredient Frozen Yogurt recipe. Simple ingredients, NO ice cream maker, and tons of topping ideas!Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Total Cost $6.21 recipe / $0.26 serving
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Freeze Time 8 hourshours
Total Time 8 hourshours5 minutesminutes
Servings 24servings (¼ cup per person)
Calories 78kcal
Author Jess Rice
Equipment
Mixing bowl (freezer-safe)
Hand Mixer
Ingredients
114 oz. cansweetened condensed milk$1.59
1quartfull fat Greek yogurt$4.12
1tspvanilla extract$0.50
Instructions
Gather the ingredients.
Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix on high speed with a hand mixer until completely combined, smooth, and fluffy, about 5-8 minutes.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and transfer to the freezer for 8 hours. Make sure your bowl is freezer-safe!
Mix the ingredients: Add one 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk, 1 quart full fat Greek yogurt, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to a large mixing bowl.
Using a hand mixer, mix on high speed for about 5-8 minutes until everything is fully combined, smooth, and fluffy.
Freeze: Now cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for 8 hours until frozen. Make sure your bowl is freezer-safe! If it’s not, you can transfer it into another freezer-safe container before freezing. Scoop and enjoy!
Recipe Success Tips!
Stick with full-fat Greek yogurt and sweetened condensed milk. I’ve tried low-fat versions and regular yogurt, and they just don’t cut it. Too much water leads to an icy texture, and low fat condensed milk (or evaporated milk) won’t give you the sweetness or creaminess this recipe needs.
Use shallow containers to freeze it faster. If you want to speed things up (and who doesn’t when there’s frozen yogurt on the line?), divide the mix into one or two shallow containers. The thinner the layer, the quicker it freezes, and the less time you’ll spend peeking into the freezer.
If you’ve got an ice cream machine, go for it. While this recipe works great without one, you can use an ice cream machine to make it. Just follow the manufacturer’s instructions and churn away.
Cover the surface to help prevent ice crystals. I use plastic wrap, but pressing a piece of parchment paper against the surface of the froyo mix will also work.
Variations & Serving Ideas
Once this Greek yogurt ice cream is frozen, it’s ready to serve! I like a classic waffle cone, but a bowl works great too…especially when you’re loading it up with toppings. 😋 Here are some delicious variations and serving ideas:
Top with chocolate chips, crushed candies, sprinkles, or chopped nuts (whatever you’ve got in the pantry!)
Switch out the vanilla extract for a different flavor, like almond or lemon
Drizzle with a fruity blueberry sauce or some strawberry freezer jam
Stir in chocolate chunks or chips, mini marshmallows, or fresh fruit such as blueberries, diced strawberries, or chopped peaches before freezing
For a rich, sweet, and salty combo, drizzle with salted caramel sauce
Want to make a fruit-flavored froyo? Toss the yogurt, condensed milk, and fresh or frozen fruit into a blender and blend until smooth before freezing
Scoop some vanilla frozen yogurt between two chocolate chip cookies for a quick and easy dessert sandwich
Try topping your serving with balsamic glaze for a surprisingly delicious treat that’s totally worth trying!
Storage Instructions
This vanilla frozen yogurt can be stored in the freezer for up to 1-2 months. Make sure it’s covered and in a freezer-safe container. Let it sit out at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before scooping, so it can soften up a bit if it’s too firm to scoop.
