Description

This Honey Lavender Frozen Yogurt is a smooth, creamy, lightly sweet treat infused with calming lavender and a subtle hint of hibiscus for a natural purple-pink tint. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it requires no ice cream maker, and the color alone makes it feel like a spa-day indulgence. Perfectly balanced with honey’s natural sweetness, it’s a refreshing and elegant dessert that’s easy to prepare and visually stunning.

Ingredients

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Cream Infusion

1 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp dried culinary lavender
½ tsp dried hibiscus petals (optional, for natural purple-pink tint)

Frozen Yogurt Base

1½ cups plain Greek yogurt
⅓ cup honey (or more to taste)
1–2 drops purple food coloring (optional, for more vivid color)

Instructions

Infuse the Cream with Lavender + Hibiscus: Warm 1 cup of heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat, making sure it doesn’t reach a boil. Add the dried lavender and hibiscus petals, stir gently, and let steep for 10 minutes to extract the floral oils and color.
Strain the Lavender: Pour the infused cream through a fine mesh strainer into a mixing bowl, discarding the lavender and hibiscus flowers to keep the mixture smooth. Chill the strained cream completely in the refrigerator.
Blend the Frozen Yogurt Base: Combine the cooled infused cream with 1½ cups Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup honey, and 1–2 drops of purple food coloring in a blender or mixing bowl. Blend or whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly colored.
Freeze the Mixture: Transfer the yogurt mixture into a freezer-safe container, smooth the top, and cover it. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until the frozen yogurt is firm.
Serve and Enjoy: Scoop the frozen yogurt into bowls, drizzle with extra honey, and sprinkle a few dried lavender buds on top for a pretty and aromatic finish.

Notes

Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture and to avoid iciness.
Do not over-steep lavender to prevent a soapy or bitter flavor.
Strain the infused cream well to keep the texture smooth without floral bits.
Let the frozen yogurt sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping for easier serving.
Dairy-free substitution: use coconut yogurt and coconut cream.
Adjust sweetness by adding extra honey before chilling if desired.
Optional: Adding lemon zest can provide a refreshing citrus twist.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (only gentle warming for infusion)
Category: Dessert
Method: Freezing
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Honey Lavender Frozen Yogurt, Frozen Yogurt Recipe, Homemade Frozen Yogurt, Lavender Dessert, Honey Dessert, Easy Frozen Yogurt, No Ice Cream Maker Dessert