Durian frozen yogurt is a creamy, indulgent treat that blends the sweet richness of durian with the refreshing tang of yogurt.
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What is durian?
Durian is known as "king of the fruits" and has a yellow, creamy flesh with a large brown seed.
The exterior shell of the durian is thick, spiky and inedible, covered with "thorns."
Durian is a polarizing fruit that elicits strong reaction: either you love it or you hate it.
If you like durian, you'll want to try my pandan durian roll cake, cream pancakes, or durian mochi.
Why you'll love this recipe
Unique: this durian froyo recipe takes the unique, bold flavor of durian and pairs it with tangy, velvety yogurt to create a balanced, lightly sweet treat.
Delicious and healthy: this frozen yogurt perfect for those who love trying something new or anyone craving a tropical twist on a classic frozen dessert.
Easy: just blend the ingredients together and you're halfway done!
Adaptable: swap out the durian for any other fruit, such as mango, or coconut for a different flavor.
Special equipment you'll need
- Ninja Creami: a machine that processes the frozen liquid and spins it into a creamy treat
Ingredients you'll need
- Greek yogurt: thick, full fat yogurt, unsweetened
- fresh/frozen or freeze-dried durian: you can find durian in Asian supermarkets; if whole, you will need to remove the outer thick skin to get to the fleshy pods; otherwise, you can use frozen durian flesh or freeze-dried durian pieces (which I used in this case)
- whole milk: or any non-dairy alternative of your choice
- vanilla extract: use a vanilla extract with alcohol to help keep the yogurt creamy
- sweetened condensed milk: or granulated sugar; note: condensed milk is not the same as evaporated milk
Where to find?
You can find these ingredients at your local grocery store. Find durian (fresh or frozen) in Asian supermarkets. It can come packaged with just the durian flesh, or the entire pod including the seed.
How to make durian froyo
In a blender, combine Greek yogurt, durian, almond milk, vanilla extract and condensed milk (or sugar) until smooth.
Fill the Ninja Creami container to the max fill line and freeze for at least 24 hours.
Process according to the manufacturer's instructions.
How to serve & store
Serve the durian frozen yogurt as is, or pair with mango cake, mango cream pancakes, or double the durian flavor with durian cream pancakes.
Add coffee to make it an affogato, with similar vibes to a durian coffee.
Expert tips
If you have access to fresh or frozen durian, you can certainly use that instead.
Other delicious durian recipes you may like
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Durian Froyo (Frozen Yogurt)
Equipment
- Ninja Creami
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Ingredients
- 1 C Greek yogurt
- 3 packs (60g) freeze-dried durian or frozen durian
- ½ C whole milk or non-dairy alternative
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoon condensed milk or granulated sugar, to your taste
Instructions
- In a blender, combine Greek yogurt, durian, milk, vanilla extract and condensed milk (or sugar) until smooth.
- Fill the Ninja Creami container to the max fill line and freeze for at least 24 hours.
- Process according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.
Ben | Havocinthekitchen
Durian is not my thing, but I'd definitely enjoy this version with mango! I've made yogurt ics cream before, but your method is quite different and something I'd try.
Michelle
Thanks Ben, it would be fantastic with mango if you prefer! 🙂 Do let me know if you try it out!
Raymund | angsarap.net
Yes please!!!! this yogurt sounds like such a bold and exciting treat!
Michelle
Thanks Raymund, definitely a unique treat to cool off with on a summer day! 🙂
Healthy World Cuisine
Warming Durian is so nice frozen as a treat. The wet markets are buzzing with the durian fruit aroma.
Michelle
Thanks Bobbi, the aroma is definitely a divisive topic in our household! Haha!