What can I use in place of vodka in the strawberry frozen yogurt?

If you're concerned about the yogurt tasting like vodka, it won't! It's just there to keep the yogurt creamy and smooth in the freezer. If you'd like to use a different alcohol, rum or kirsch (a dry colorless brandy) will work. If you don't consume alcohol or don't have any on hand, you can just omit it.

How long will frozen yogurt keep in the freezer?

The yogurt is really best right after it’s frozen, but will keep, tightly covered, for up to 1 week. If the yogurt stays in the freezer more than a few hours, you will need to let it sit out on the countertop for a bit to soften before serving.

Can I use low-fat or fat-free yogurt in the frozen yogurt?

For the best taste and consistency, I highly recommend using whole milk Greek yogurt. Low-fat will work too but the frozen yogurt won't stay as creamy in the freezer. Do not use nonfat.

Strawberry Frozen Yogurt - Once Upon a Chef

Strawberry Frozen Yogurt

Adapted from The Perfect Scoop by David Lebovitz

This strawberry frozen yogurt packs a fresh berry punch, blending the creaminess of Greek yogurt with the refreshing zing of sorbet.

Servings: 4

Total Time: 3 Hours

Ingredients

1 pound strawberries, hulled and chopped
¾ cup sugar
1 tablespoon vodka

1½ teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1½ cups whole milk Greek yogurt*

Instructions

Combine the strawberries, sugar, vodka and lemon juice in a medium bowl and stir to combine. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit at room temperature for about an hour, stirring every so often, until the mixture is nice and syrupy.
Combine the strawberry mixture and Greek yogurt in a blender and purée until smooth. Place a sieve over a medium bowl and strain the frozen yogurt purée into the bowl to remove the seeds. (The most efficient way is to use a ladle to push the mixture in circular motions through the sieve.) Discard the seeds. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator until very cold (you can speed this up in the freezer if you like).
Freeze the frozen yogurt mixture in ice cream machine according to the manufacturer's instructions. It will look a little slushy when it's done. Transfer the frozen yogurt to a plastic container and place in the freezer until firm enough to scoop, a few hours.

Nutrition Information

Per serving (4 servings)
Calories: 284
Fat: 6g
Saturated fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Sugar: 47g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 9g
Sodium: 52mg
Cholesterol: 14mg

Gluten-Free Adaptable Note

To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.