Best 3 Apricot Frozen Yogurt Recipes

It's summer and the heat is scorching, you are thirsty and you are searching for something sweet yet not overbearingly sweet that can soothe your taste buds and cool you down simultaneously. We have a solution for you - a delicious frozen yogurt made with ripe apricots. This easy-to-make dessert not only packs a punch of flavor, but is also incredibly refreshing. If you're looking for a frozen dessert that is light, creamy, tangy and packed with summery goodness, this apricot frozen yogurt should definitely be your next kitchen project.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APRICOTS, YOGURT, AND HONEY

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Offering a good dose of calcium, zinc, and vitamins A and C, this Middle Eastern-inspired combination makes a healthy handheld breakfast or snack. Topped with honey, nuts, and yogurt as thick as ice cream, it might even pass for dessert.

Categories Fruit Breakfast Dessert No-Cook Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Yogurt Apricot Pistachio Cookie Small Plates

Yield Makes 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 ripe apricot, halved and pitted
4 tablespoons regular plain or Greek yogurt
Honey (try wildflower or lavender)
1 tablespoon unsalted roasted pistachios, roughly chopped

Steps:

1. Top each apricot half with 2 tablespoons of the yogurt, drizzle with the honey, sprinkle with the pistachios, and serve.
2. While it's not necessary, if you want to give your plain (i.e., non-Greek) yogurt a thicker consistency, line a sieve with a paper coffee filter and set it over a bowl. Empty an 8-ounce container into the sieve, cover it loosely with plastic wrap, and place it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours.

APRICOT SYRUP FROZEN YOGURT

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Easy frozen yogurt is a great way to use up last year's homemade fruit syrups.

Provided by Renee Pottle

Yield 6-12

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 cups chopped ripe apricots
2 cups plain yogurt (not non-fat)
½ - 1½ cups apricot or other fruit syrup (to taste)
½ cup chopped nuts or candied ginger (optional)

Steps:

Puree apricots, yogurt, and fruit syrup in a blender or food processor, using as much syrup as you like. Less syrup will give you a tart and tangy yogurt, more syrup will result in a sweeter yogurt.
Refrigerate mixture until completely cold.
Spoon mixture into ice-cream maker following manufacturers directions. Or, spoon mixture into individual paper cups. Partially freeze, then insert a wooden stick in each. Continue until mixture has frozen. Remove paper cups for frozen yogurt pops/

APRICOT FROZEN YOGURT

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Categories Ice Cream Machine Fruit Dessert Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Yogurt Frozen Dessert Apricot Summer Healthy Gourmet Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Small Plates

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 qt

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 3/4 cups cold water
2 cups packed soft dried California apricots (10 ounces)
1 (32-ounce) container whole-milk plain yogurt (3 1/2 cups)
2 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin (from a 1/4-ounce envelope)
Special Equipment
an ice cream maker

Steps:

Bring sugar and 1 cup water to a boil in a 2 1/2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderately high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Add apricots, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, until plump and very soft, 25 to 30 minutes. Drain apricots in a sieve set over a bowl, then return syrup to pan. Cook syrup over moderate heat, swirling pan occasionally, until a deep caramel, 4 to 5 minutes. (Syrup will bubble, so remove from heat periodically to check color.)
Carefully add 1/2 cup water to caramel (mixture will bubble up and steam vigorously), then cook over moderate heat, stirring, until caramel is dissolved. Purée apricots and caramel in a food processor until almost smooth, then cool to room temperature.
Whisk together apricot purée and yogurt in a large bowl until combined well and chill, covered, until cold, about 4 hours.
Sprinkle gelatin over remaining 1/4 cup water in a very small saucepan and let stand 1 minute to soften. Heat gelatin over moderate heat, stirring, until dissolved, then immediately whisk into apricot mixture.
Freeze apricot mixture in ice cream maker. Transfer to an airtight container and put in freezer to harden.

Tips:

Choose ripe, juicy apricots: The quality of your apricots will greatly impact the flavor of your frozen yogurt. Look for apricots that are plump, fragrant, and have a deep orange color.
Freeze your apricots beforehand: Freezing the apricots before blending them will help to create a creamier texture. Simply pit and slice the apricots, then spread them out on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours.
Use a high-powered blender: A high-powered blender is essential for getting a smooth and creamy texture. If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can try using a food processor, but the results may not be as good.
Add honey or maple syrup to taste: The amount of sweetener you add will depend on the sweetness of your apricots. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
Serve immediately or freeze for later: Apricot frozen yogurt can be served immediately or frozen for later. If you're freezing it, be sure to transfer it to an airtight container.

Conclusion:

Apricot frozen yogurt is a delicious and refreshing treat that's perfect for summer. It's also a healthy alternative to ice cream, as it's made with real fruit and yogurt. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can enjoy this delicious frozen treat at home.