Make something delicious and satisfying with ripe mangos. This simple and delightful Mango Frozen Yogurt (froyo) recipe uses just five ingredients and comes together without an ice cream maker.
This Mango Frozen Yogurt began as a practical question: what to do with a large tub of plain yogurt in the fridge? After gathering ideas, frozen yogurt felt like the perfect solution—creamy, fruity, and easy.
I wanted a mango version and needed it to work without an ice cream maker. With ripe mangos on hand, I developed a straightforward method that yields a creamy texture using a few timed whisking steps while the mixture freezes.
The key to creamy no-machine frozen yogurt is to interrupt freezing with periodic whisking to break up ice crystals. Start freezing the blended mixture, then whisk vigorously at about 45 minutes, again at 1 hour 15 minutes, and once more at 1 hour 45 minutes. Those turns of the whisk help produce a smoother, softer end result.
In the photos you’ll see a semi-frozen result. I prefer my frozen treats a bit soft and scoopable, so I photographed it partially set. The flavor also behaves like a frozen mango lassi—bright, sweet, and refreshingly tangy.
A simple finishing touch is a sprinkle of crushed pistachios. They add a delightful crunch and visual contrast that complements the mango and yogurt beautifully. The pistachios are optional, but highly recommended.
This recipe is uncomplicated and fast to make, and it delivers a refreshing, natural frozen dessert with minimal fuss.
Mango Frozen Yogurt
4 hours
4 hours
Ingredients
- 1 cup organic plain whole milk yogurt (it makes all the difference)
- ½ cup milk (whole milk recommended)
- 5 tablespoons sugar, or to taste
- 2 ripe mangos, peeled and diced
- 3 ½ tablespoons honey
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth, about two minutes.
Transfer the mango-yogurt mixture to a freezer-safe bowl and cover. Place it in the freezer and set a timer for 45 minutes.
At 45 minutes, whisk the mixture vigorously to break up forming ice crystals (use a whisk, not a fork). Return to the freezer.
Whisk again at 1 hour 15 minutes and once more at 1 hour 45 minutes. These intermittent whiskings help create a creamier texture.
Allow the mixture to fully set to your preferred firmness. For softer, scoopable froyo, serve when slightly set. For firmer frozen yogurt, let it freeze longer.
Scoop the Mango Frozen Yogurt into bowls and top with crushed pistachios if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
3
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 361Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 106mgCarbohydrates: 81gFiber: 4gSugar: 75gProtein: 6g