Skip the frozen yogurt shop and make Peach Frozen Yogurt at home with just four simple ingredients. This fresh, naturally creamy dessert highlights ripe peaches and tangy Greek yogurt for a light, satisfying summer treat you can easily prepare in under an hour.
If you enjoy homemade frozen desserts, try other cool options like coconut ice cream or cookie ice cream sandwiches for variety and more summer flavor ideas.
Frozen yogurt has enjoyed waves of popularity over the years. When peaches are at their peak, this recipe captures their sweet aroma and soft texture while keeping the dessert lighter than traditional ice cream. With a food processor and an ice cream maker, you can transform a few ingredients into a creamy, bright frozen yogurt that tastes like summer.
Ingredient Notes
- Fresh peaches – For the best flavor use ripe, fragrant peaches while they’re in season. If fresh peaches aren’t available, you can use frozen peaches; see notes below for the substitution.
- Plain Greek yogurt – Choose 2% or whole milk plain Greek yogurt for a thick, creamy texture. Avoid very low-fat yogurts for the creamiest result.
- Granulated sugar – Balances the tartness of the yogurt and enhances the peach flavor. You can adjust the amount to taste.
- Pure vanilla extract – A small amount of vanilla deepens and rounds the flavor of the peaches and yogurt.
How to Choose the Best Peaches
Look for medium to large peaches that are free of bruises and have vibrant color—golden yellow or orange with a deep red blush. Ripe peaches give slightly to gentle pressure and smell fragrant at the stem. If they’re still a bit firm, let them ripen at room temperature for a day or two and then refrigerate once softened. Firm but fragrant peaches will yield the best texture and flavor in frozen yogurt.
How to Make Peach Frozen Yogurt
This is a quick overview. Full ingredient amounts and step-by-step instructions are included below in the recipe card.
- Puree peeled, pitted peaches with granulated sugar until smooth in a food processor. Add Greek yogurt and vanilla and process until combined.
- Freeze the peach-yogurt mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
- Stir in diced peach pieces near the end of churning to add texture and bursts of fresh fruit.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container. Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture or freeze briefly for firmer scoops.
The yogurt will be soft-serve consistency straight from the ice cream maker. For firmer, scoopable frozen yogurt, freeze for an hour or two. If stored overnight and frozen solid, let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes to soften slightly before serving.
How to Store Frozen Yogurt
Store homemade frozen yogurt in a freezer-safe container with a tight-fitting lid. To reduce ice crystals and freezer burn, press a piece of wax paper or parchment directly onto the surface before closing the container. Label with the date and use within about one week for best texture and flavor.
More Frozen Treats You’ll Love
- Buster Bar Ice Cream Dessert
- Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Ice Cream Sandwiches
- Frozen Peanut Butter Pie
- Strawberry Cheesecake Popsicles
- Protein-style frozen desserts made with frozen fruit and yogurt
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Peach Frozen Yogurt
Author: Valerie Brunmeier
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 25 mins
Fresh peaches and creamy Greek yogurt combine to make a simple, refreshing frozen yogurt. Ready in minutes with an ice cream maker.
Equipment
- Food processor
- Ice cream maker
Ingredients
- 4 large fresh peaches, peeled and pitted (see notes if using frozen peaches)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 cups 2% or whole plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Peel and pit all 4 peaches. Cut three of the peaches into large chunks and place them in the bowl of a food processor with the sugar. Process until completely smooth.
- Add the Greek yogurt and vanilla to the puree and process again until well combined and creamy.
- Transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s directions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency (about 20 minutes for many small machines).
- Meanwhile, dice the remaining peach. About 5 minutes before the end of churning, add the diced peach to the mixture to distribute small fruit pieces evenly.
- Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture or transfer to an airtight, freezer-safe container. Press wax or parchment paper directly on the surface, cover, and freeze until firmer if desired.
Freezing & Serving Tips
Frozen yogurt will be soft-serve straight from the machine. If fully frozen, allow it to sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before scooping for easier serving.
Notes
Yields approximately 1 quart.
Using Frozen Peaches: Substitute 5–6 cups of sliced frozen peaches for the fresh peaches. If still frozen, puree them with the yogurt in the first step. If you plan to stir in diced peaches, let those pieces thaw slightly to make chopping easier.
Nutrition (per 1/2 cup)
Calories: 148 kcal | Carbohydrates: 29 g | Protein: 8 g | Fat: 1 g | Sugar: 27 g | Fiber: 1 g | Potassium: 248 mg
Nutrition information is an estimate based on generic ingredients.
This post was originally published on September 24, 2015 and has been updated with new text and images.