Description
Indulge in the light and creamy delight of Lemon Whipped Greek Yogurt, a refreshing treat perfect for dessert or a snack. This easy-to-make recipe combines the tangy flavors of Greek yogurt with the zesty essence of lemon, creating a luscious and satisfying treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Addition:
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- Optional Toppings: fresh berries, granola, extra lemon zest
Instructions
- Prepare Yogurt Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Combine: Gently fold whipped cream into the yogurt mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or chill for up to 2 hours for a firmer texture. Top with desired toppings before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, omit the heavy cream for a mousse-like texture.
- Delicious when layered in parfait glasses with fruit and granola.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
