A refreshing goat milk frozen yogurt is served with white tea infused cantaloupe.
I just have to say, thank goodness for frozen yogurt.
Having a general fondness for frozen confections, I try to keep a stash of my "flavor of the moment" in my freezer. Between the heat and a lingering sore throat the past couple weeks it’s been my saving grace.
Lately goat’s milk frozen yogurt has been preoccupying my taste buds. Even if you don’t tend to like goat’s milk cheese, I think you’ll like goat’s milk frozen yogurt. With a delicate taste that’s hard to describe, it’s a quiet comfort with a silky, smooth taste and heat and throat soothing properties.
Contrary to what you might think, it’s not “goaty” or even as tart as regular yogurt. In fact ,goat’s milk yogurt has a naturally creamy texture and a mild flavor that makes for an incredible frozen yogurt.
This isn’t like those cloying sweet, pumped full of air, frozen desserts masquerading as frozen yogurts. This one has a slight twang of yogurt softened by the mild taste of wildflower honey and a velvety richness while remaining light on the palate.
It has a sophisticated and subtle flavor that is pure luxury and just begs to be paired with juicy seasonal fruit, and the market is just bursting with sweet melons at the moment.
One of my favorites is the French Charentais cantaloupe. With its heady floral fragrance, it’s juicy and sweet and full of flavor; a real multi-sensory treat. Infused with a delicate white peony tea, I thought it would be the perfect match for the frozen yogurt.
The subdued floral note of the white tea honey is balanced by the sweetness of the cantaloupe. The floral flavor of the tea lingers on your tongue for a refreshingly bright finish.
Perfect for when temperatures are soaring and darn good for an irritated throat.
Goat’s Milk Frozen Yogurt with White Tea Infused Cantaloupe
A refreshing goat milk frozen yogurt is served with white tea infused cantaloupe.
Ingredients
- 3 white peony tea bags
- 1 cup/240ml very hot water
- 3 TB/ 30g raw wildflower honey (or the sweetener of your choice)
- 1 small French cantaloupe, sliced
Goat’s Milk Frozen Yogurt Ingredients:
- 2 cups/ 453g goat’s milk yogurt
- ½ cup/ 120ml goat’s milk kefir (or goat’s milk)
- 6 TB/ 90g of raw wildflower honey
- Juice of ½ a lemon
Instructions
- Steep the tea in the water for 2-3 minutes. Remove the tea bags and stir in the honey.
- Arrange the cantaloupe slices in a shallow dish and pour cooled tea syrup over the top. Refrigerate flipping slices half way through for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Strain slices and serve with the goat’s milk frozen yogurt
For the Goat’s Milk Frozen Yogurt:
- In a large bowl whisk together the yogurt, honey lemon juice and kefir.
- Pour the mixture into the canister of an ice cream machine, and freeze according to ice cream manufacturer’s directions until thick and creamy. (If you prefer a soft serve consistency, serve immediately or pack the frozen yogurt into a freezer safe storage container and freeze until ready to serve.)
- When ready to serve thaw slightly (for 5 or 10 minutes) before scooping and serving for the best texture.
- Serve with tea infused cantaloupe slices.
Notes
Gluten Free, Grain Free, Vegetarian, Primal
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 202Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 180mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 1gSugar: 33gProtein: 7g
Nutritional information for recipes contained on this website, such as calories, fat, carbs, etc. are only estimates and are not guaranteed to be accurate.
Sylvie Shirazi is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Gourmande in the Kitchen. For the last 10 years she's been making eating more healthfully easy and accessible with gluten-free, grain-free, paleo and vegan recipes that are free from processed ingredients.
Barbara | Creative Culinary says
I was sent some goat milk yogurt last year when I did a series on goat products and was quite surprised at the flavor. While I love goat cheese, I wasn't so sure it would translate to yogurt but you're right; it seems less 'goaty' in yogurt form.
Feel better soon...I feel better seeing your photos!
Barbara says
Sylvie, I am surprised to say I've never even tried goat's milk yogurt! But I do like goat cheese and was going to make Charlie Trotter's goat cheese ice cream, but never got around to it.
If this is even milder, everyone should love it. Very refreshing served with the infused cantaloupe! (You've done a spectacular job with the photography and presentation. So difficult with a white ice cream.)
Sherilyn @ Wholepromise says
Sounds absolutely delightful...
Nutmeg Nanny says
Such a beautiful and delicious sounding dessert! I love goats milk so I know this would be the dessert of my dreams!
Kankana says
I am not big lover of goat milk but I love frozen yogurt and tea. This sounds like the perfect treat for the season.
Deb says
What a tempting summer treat! I've tried goat cheese in ice cream but never thought to use goats milk. And the cantaloupe with white tea is inspired, an exceptional dessert.
nipponnin says
My husband and I had a delightful treat of goat cheese ice cream yesterday at Ruby Jewel Scoops. I like to try this lighter and tangy goat milk frozen yogurt too. I admire your beautiful photos (always)!
thyme (Sarah) says
A wonderful combination of flavors..that would all be new to me. I'd love to taste goat's milk yogurt. And, yes, the canteloupes are gorgeous. We've been buying these up too~
marla says
Such a beautiful frozen yogurt. I too love the unique and subtle flavor of goats milk in my frozen treats!
Muna Kenny says
I love goat milk and converting it to a frozen yogurt must be heavenly. Your photos are beautiful and have brought out the refreshing element of this recipe 🙂