– 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
– 1 cup heavy cream
– ¾ cup honey
– 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– A pinch of salt
– Optional: Fresh lavender sprigs for garnish
Creating Honey Lavender Frozen Yogurt is a straightforward process. Just follow these steps:
1. Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, mix the honey, heavy cream, and dried lavender.
2. Heat: Gently heat the mixture over low heat until it’s warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally to dissolve the honey.
3. Steep Lavender: Once warm, remove the pan from heat and let the lavender steep for about 2 hours.
4. Strain: After steeping, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the lavender buds.
5. Mix Yogurt: Stir in the plain Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
6. Chill Mixture: Place the yogurt mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to chill.
7. Churn: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft serve consistency (about 20-30 minutes).
8. Transfer: Transfer the yogurt to a lidded container or a bowl.
9. Freeze: Freeze for an additional 2-3 hours for a firmer consistency.
10. Scoop: Once fully frozen, scoop out the Honey Lavender Frozen Yogurt into bowls or cones.
With these clear steps, you’ll be able to create this elegant dessert effortlessly!