Concord Grape Frozen Yogurt

Concord grapes have such a unique flavor and they’re only around for a short time, so grab them when you see them for this healthy 3-ingredient Concord Grape Frozen Yogurt!

The first time I tasted a Concord grape I was smitten.  The flavor is unlike any other grape, or any other fruit, for that matter.  It’s deeper, richer, more sensual, there’s something extra special about Concord grapes.

Concord grapes were developed in Concord Massachusetts in the 1800s, and they’ve become the classic American juice and jelly grape, as well as the most common grape flavor for candy, etc.  One bite will most likely take you back to your childhood.  I picked up a seedless variety at my farmers market, but the seeded grapes are larger and even more intensely flavored and colored.  They have a beautiful characteristic ‘bloom’ on their skin that the farmer told me is from pollen.  I love these grapes and I get excited every year when they show up.

This delicious Concord grape frozen yogurt is made with a healthy one to one ratio of fruit to yogurt, with just a dribble of honey thrown in for good measure.

TIP: Because Concord grapes have relatively thick skins, I strain the fruit after I puree it.  This way I can extract the color and flavor from the skins, without leaving too much ‘texture’ in my frozen yogurt.

When you get frozen yogurt out, or buy it in stores, it’s usually full of added sugar — but when you make it yourself at home you can control all that.  This is an extremely refreshing, guilt free treat, you can even call it breakfast or lunch if you like.

I’m really pleased with this recipe, it’s unusual and distinctive, and like all of the fruit ice creams, yogurts, and popsicles I’ve done, the fresh fruit flavor is pronounced.  This one even has a slight ‘wine-y’ flavor, without the alcohol, of course.

Which ice cream machine do I recommend?

I get asked all the time about what machine I use. I use and recommend Cuisinart. I’ve had my machine for years without any issues, I think because there are no fussy electronic parts to break down ~ it’s a simple motor that turns the freezer bowl for churning the ice cream and it works quickly and perfectly every time.

• The machine I use, and it’s the base model. It works great for ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbets, and makes all of them in about 2o minutes. Click HERE or click on the image for more info.

Some other fruity frozen yogurt recipes on the blog:

• Nectarine Frozen Yogurt
• Easy Cherry Frozen Yogurt

notes:

• You can, of course, use other types of grapes for this recipe but I suggest going by taste — if the grapes aren’t super flavorful to begin with, your frozen yogurt won’t be either.

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