No-Sugar Yogurt Ice Cream with Honey and Walnuts – No Ice Cream Maker Needed

Greek Yogurt Ice Cream with honey and walnuts - Παγωτό Γιαούρτι

If you’re looking for a refreshing summer dessert that’s easy to make and naturally sweetened, this Yogurt Ice Cream with Honey and Walnuts is the perfect choice. Made without refined sugar and without an ice cream maker, it delivers a rich, creamy texture and authentic Mediterranean flavor.

Homemade Honey Walnut Frozen Yogurt
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Homemade Honey Walnut Frozen Yogurt

Recipe by George Zolis
5.0 from 1 vote
Course: DessertCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy
Servings

12

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

0

minutes
Calories

470

kcal
Total time

30

minutes

Creamy homemade yogurt ice cream made with Greek yogurt, honey, and toasted walnuts. No refined sugar, no ice cream maker, and perfect for summer.

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Ingredients

  • 1 liter 4 1/4 cup Heavy Cream (35%)

  • 400 g 1 2/3 cup Greek Yogurt

  • 350 g 1 cup Honey

  • 1 tsp 1 Vanilla Extract (or 2 vanilla capsules)

  • 200 g 7 Walnuts

  • Extra Honey for topping

How to make Yogurt Ice Cream

  • In a bowl, mix the yogurt with honey until smooth. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, whip the heavy cream into stiff peaks.
  • Fold half of the yogurt mixture into the whipped cream using a spatula.
  • Add the vanilla and gently fold it in.
  • Add the remaining yogurt mixture and fold until fully combined.
  • Freeze for 30 minutes.
  • Toast walnuts in an air fryer for 5 minutes or bake in the oven for 8 minutes.
  • Crush the walnuts by hand into small pieces.
  • Layer half the yogurt mix in a freezer-safe container. Top with honey and walnuts.
  • Add the remaining yogurt mix on top and repeat the honey and walnut topping.
  • Swirl lightly with a spatula or skewer.
  • Cover with plastic wrap without touching the surface and freeze for at least 5–6 hours.
  • Before serving, let the frozen yogurt sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

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A Refreshing Mediterranean Dessert

This No-Sugar Yogurt Ice Cream with Honey and Walnuts combines simple ingredients into a creamy frozen treat that’s perfect for summer. Rich, refreshing, naturally sweetened, and incredibly easy to prepare, it’s a dessert you’ll want to keep in your freezer all season long.

The Secret to a Creamy Texture Without an Ice Cream Maker

Many homemade ice cream recipes become icy when frozen. The combination of whipped cream and honey helps prevent large ice crystals from forming.

The whipped cream provides structure and creaminess, while honey contributes sweetness and improves the texture of the finished ice cream.

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