Creamy, peachy, and honestly way too easy for how good it tastes. This Ninja Creami frozen yogurt is made with just 4 ingredients and comes out thick, scoopable, and fresh every single time. It's like a peach soft-serve situation, but made at home in your Ninja Creami, no weird additives needed.
I've already shared my Ninja Creami Strawberry Frozen Yogurt and my Ninja Creami Peach Ice Cream, so peach frozen yogurt felt like the obvious next step. It's a little lighter than the ice cream version, a little tangier, and honestly? I like it even more.
Quick Answer: Everything You Need to Know
- What is it? A thick, creamy frozen yogurt made in the Ninja Creami with Greek yogurt, peaches, milk, and maple syrup.
- Prep time: 5 minutes to mix, then freeze overnight (or at least 24 hours).
- Texture: Smooth and scoopable, like soft-serve with more body.
- Perfect for: A lighter dessert, summer snacking, or topping with granola for a breakfast treat.
- Method: Freeze the base solid, then run it on the Lite Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt function.
- Fresh or frozen peaches? Both work! I've tested it both ways.
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The ingredients
Full-fat Greek yogurt: This is the key. Full-fat gives you that thick, creamy texture without being icy. Low-fat works but the result is a bit more grainy after spinning.
Milk: Just a splash to help everything blend smoothly. Whole milk is best, but 2% is fine.
Fresh or frozen peaches: Fresh peaches give a slightly brighter flavor. Frozen are more convenient and honestly just as good. No need to thaw them first.
Maple syrup: This is my sweetener of choice here. It blends smoothly into the base without crystallizing, and it adds this warm, subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with peach. Honey works too if that's what you have.
For the ingredients quantities go to the recipe card below
Steps-by-step Instructions for the Ninja Creami Frozen yogurt
Pour into your Ninja Creami pint. Fill the pint container with all the ingredients.
Freeze solid. Put the pint in your freezer for at least 24 hours. I know, the waiting is the hardest part. But this is non-negotiable. The base needs to be completely frozen through, not just solid on top.
Process in the Ninja Creami. Take the pint straight from the freezer, lock it into the machine, and run it on the Lite Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt function if your model has it. Let the machine do its thing.
Check the texture. After the first spin, look at the consistency. If it's already smooth and creamy, you're done. If there are still powdery or crumbly spots, hit Re-spin once. That's usually all it takes.
Scoop and eat right away. Ninja Creami frozen yogurt is best eaten fresh, right after spinning. It softens fast, so don't wait too long once it's out of the machine.
Things I Learned Making This Recipe
The first time I made this, I used low-fat Greek yogurt because that's what I had in the fridge. The texture after spinning was fine, but it had this slightly icy, grainy quality that full-fat completely avoids. Lesson learned.
One more thing: I tested this with both fresh and frozen peaches. Fresh peaches (when they're actually ripe and in season) give you a slightly brighter, more floral flavor. Frozen peaches are more consistent year-round and honestly easier. I don't have a strong preference. Use what you've got.
And maple syrup is genuinely better than sugar here. Granulated sugar can sometimes stay grainy in the base. Maple syrup blends in seamlessly and adds a warmth that goes really well with peach.
Easy Ways to Customize This Recipe
Swap the fruit. This base formula works with basically any fruit. Mango, strawberry, blueberry, raspberry. I've done all of them. Just keep the ratio the same.
Add a pinch of vanilla. Half a teaspoon of vanilla extract makes the whole thing taste a bit more "dessert-y" if you want to lean into that direction.
Mix in a spice. A tiny pinch of cinnamon or cardamom in the base is really good with peach. It's not obvious, it just adds a little something.
Make it dairy-free. Use coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt and swap the milk for coconut milk or oat milk. The texture will be slightly different but still good.
Add a protein boost. Mix in a scoop of vanilla protein powder before freezing. It blends in well and doesn't mess with the texture much.
If You Have Leftovers
Store the pint back in the freezer with the lid on. It will freeze solid again, which is totally normal.
When you're ready for more, just take it straight from the freezer and re-spin it. One re-spin is usually enough to bring it back to that creamy soft-serve texture. You can re-spin Ninja Creami pints multiple times, so don't feel like you need to eat it all at once.
It keeps well in the freezer for up to 2 weeks, though honestly it never lasts that long around here.
FAQs
Do I need to use full-fat Greek yogurt?
You don't have to, but I really recommend it. Full-fat Greek yogurt gives you that thick, creamy texture that makes Ninja Creami frozen yogurt so satisfying. Low-fat yogurt tends to produce a slightly icier, grainier result after spinning. If you're watching calories, it'll still taste good, just not quite as indulgent.
Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?
Regular yogurt has a higher water content than Greek yogurt, which means more ice crystals after freezing. The result will be icier and less creamy. If Greek yogurt is what you have, stick with it. If you only have regular yogurt, you can still try it, but expect a different texture.
What Ninja Creami function should I use for frozen yogurt?
Use the Lite Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt function if your model has it. Both work well for a Greek yogurt base. If your machine doesn't have a Frozen Yogurt setting, Lite Ice Cream is your best bet. Start there, then re-spin once if needed for a smoother result.
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Ninja Creami Peach Frozen Yogurt
Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 cup peaches fresh or frozen (no need to thaw if frozen)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Add the Greek yogurt, milk, peaches, and maple syrup to a Ninja Creami pint container.
- Place the lid on the pint and freeze for a minimum of 24 hours. The base must be completely frozen solid before processing.
- Remove the pint from the freezer and immediately place it into the Ninja Creami outer bowl. Lock the bowl into the machine.
- Select the Lite Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt function and let the machine complete its full cycle.
- Remove the pint and check the consistency. If smooth and creamy, it's ready to serve. If there are any crumbly or powdery spots, select Re-spin and process once more.
- Scoop and serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- Full-fat Greek yogurt is strongly recommended. It gives you the creamiest texture after spinning. Low-fat yogurt produces a grainier result.
- Fresh vs. frozen peaches: both work great. Fresh ripe peaches have a slightly brighter flavor. Frozen peaches are more convenient and consistent year-round.
- To store: put the lid back on the pint and freeze. Re-spin directly from frozen when ready to eat again. Keeps up to 2 weeks in the freezer.
- Maple syrup blends more smoothly than granulated sugar and won't create any grainy bits in the frozen base. Honey is a good substitute.
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