Homemade Strawberry Yogurt Ice Cream (No-Churn & Kid-Friendly)

Ingredients for Strawberry Yogurt Ice Cream

Strawberry Puree

• 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
• 2–3 tbsp honey, maple syrup, or sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp lemon juice (optional, enhances flavor)

👉 How to Make Strawberry Puree at Home

Yogurt Ice Cream Base

• 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended for creaminess)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (optional, but improves texture)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Toddler-Friendly Ingredient Swaps

• Use unsweetened yogurt
• Sweeten with mashed banana or applesauce
• Skip honey for children under 1 year
• Use very ripe strawberries for natural sweetness

How to Make Homemade Strawberry Yogurt Ice Cream

Make the Strawberry Puree

1. Add strawberries, sweetener, and lemon juice to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.

This puree gives your strawberry yogurt ice cream its bright color and fresh fruit flavor.

Prepare the Yogurt Base

1. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cream (if using), and vanilla extract.
2. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Combine

• Gently fold the strawberry puree into the yogurt mixture until fully combined.
• For a swirl effect, mix lightly.

Freeze

1. Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container.
2. Smooth the top and cover tightly.
3. Freeze for 4–6 hours, stirring once after 1–2 hours to reduce ice crystals.

Serve

• Let the homemade strawberry yogurt ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping.
• Serve plain or topped with fresh strawberries.

FAQs About Strawberry Yogurt Ice Cream

Is strawberry yogurt ice cream healthy?
Yes. It’s lighter than traditional ice cream and made with real fruit and yogurt.

Can toddlers eat this ice cream?
Yes, with reduced sugar and fruit-based sweeteners.

Can I use frozen strawberries?
Absolutely. Thaw slightly before blending for best texture.

Do I need an ice cream machine?
No, this is a no-churn recipe.