Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of this homemade cherry cheesecake frozen yogurt. Made with creamy yogurt, rich cream cheese, and a burst of fresh cherries, this frozen treat is perfect for a hot summer day. The smooth and luscious texture combined with the delightful cherry swirls will satisfy your cravings for a creamy dessert. Best of all, it's easy to make and doesn't require an ice cream maker. Treat yourself to a bowl of this frozen delight and enjoy the refreshing taste of cherry cheesecake in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and diced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, cream cheese, sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Fold in the diced cherries into the yogurt mixture.
- In a separate bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Pour half of the yogurt mixture into a freezer-safe container. Sprinkle half of the graham cracker crumbs on top.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining yogurt mixture and graham cracker crumbs.
- Using a knife or a skewer, gently swirl the layers together to create a marbled effect.
- Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Once frozen, scoop the cherry cheesecake frozen yogurt into bowls or cones.
- Garnish with additional cherries or graham cracker crumbs if desired.
- Serve and enjoy the creamy and refreshing cherry cheesecake flavor!
Interesting Facts
This homemade frozen yogurt can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
You can use fresh or frozen cherries for this recipe. If using frozen cherries, thaw them before adding to the yogurt mixture.
For a twist, you can add a tablespoon of lemon zest to the yogurt mixture to enhance the citrus flavors.
If you prefer a sweeter frozen yogurt, you can increase the amount of sugar according to your taste.
This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on the desired quantity.