Avocado Chocolate Bits Frozen Yogurt

Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Avocado Chocolate Bits Frozen Yogurt
45 min.
4
735kcal

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This avocado chocolate bits frozen yogurt is a delicious and unique dessert that combines the creamy, rich flavors of avocado and chocolate with the tanginess of yogurt. It's a perfect treat for those who are looking for a gluten-free option that doesn't compromise on taste. The recipe is easy to follow and can be made with simple ingredients that you might already have in your kitchen. The result is a creamy, dreamy frozen yogurt with a beautiful green color and a delightful crunch from the chocolate bits. It's a refreshing dessert that's perfect for a hot summer day, and it's sure to impress your family and friends.

Avocados are a wonderful addition to this frozen yogurt as they provide a smooth, creamy texture and a subtle nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the chocolate. They are also a good source of healthy fats, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals, making this dessert not only delicious but also nutritious. The bittersweet chocolate adds a depth of flavor and a nice contrast to the sweetness of the yogurt and avocado. You can adjust the amount of chocolate to your taste preference, or even add some extra mix-ins like nuts or dried fruit for a more indulgent treat.

This avocado chocolate bits frozen yogurt is a fun and creative way to enjoy the classic combination of chocolate and avocado. It's a dessert that's sure to become a favorite in your household, and it might even become your go-to summer treat! So, if you're looking for a delicious and unique dessert to impress your loved ones, give this recipe a try. It's a refreshing, tasty, and healthy treat that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • cups milk whole
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • large egg yolk 
  • cup yogurt plain
  • cup yogurt plain
  • 12 oz avocado pitted peeled
  • 0.5 tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • cup bittersweet chocolate 70% chopped (60- cacao)
  • servings condensed milk sweetened for drizzling, optional

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • blender
  • wooden spoon
  • ice cream machine

Directions

  1. Heat milk and sugar over medium heat in a medium saucepan until just comes to a boil, stirring occasionally. Stir in the vanilla.
  2. Have ready a large bowl filled with ice and set a small metal bowl over the ice with a strainer set over it.
  3. Place egg yolks in a medium bowl, lightly beaten. Ladle some of the milk into the egg yolk, whisk it to prevent curdling.
  4. Pour this mixture back into the rest of the milk in the saucepan. Cook over low-medium heat until mixture is thick and can cover the back of a wooden spoon, about 4 to 8 minutes.
  5. Pour the mixture over the strainer into the small bowl; stir in the yogurt.
  6. Whisk the mixture over the ice bath until it cools completely.
  7. Scoop the avocado meat and puree in a blender or food processor along with the lemon juice and some of the cooled custard.
  8. Pour this mixture back to the rest of the custard, blend them together until it is thick and creamy.
  9. Freeze the custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturers instructions. Halfway through the freezing process, fold in the chopped bittersweet chocolate.
  10. Transfer the frozen yogurt into a freezer-safe container and freeze until solid, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories735kcal
Protein9.68%
Fat45.62%
Carbs44.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.27
Glycemic Load
29.3
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
26.469565217391%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.28mg
Epicatechin
0.31mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg
Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:735.37kcal
36.77%
Fat:38.1g
58.62%
Saturated Fat:15.54g
97.13%
Carbohydrates:83.99g
28%
Net Carbohydrates:74.79g
27.2%
Sugar:70.07g
77.86%
Cholesterol:203.66mg
67.89%
Sodium:160.88mg
6.99%
Caffeine:37.63mg
12.54%
Protein:18.19g
36.38%
Phosphorus:542.53mg
54.25%
Calcium:456.48mg
45.65%
Vitamin B2:0.69mg
40.52%
Copper:0.74mg
37.19%
Fiber:9.2g
36.82%
Manganese:0.72mg
36.19%
Magnesium:140.86mg
35.22%
Potassium:1181.58mg
33.76%
Vitamin B5:3.07mg
30.71%
Vitamin B12:1.82µg
30.35%
Selenium:20.64µg
29.48%
Folate:108.89µg
27.22%
Zinc:3.8mg
25.32%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.69%
Iron:3.83mg
21.28%
Vitamin K:21.75µg
20.71%
Vitamin E:2.52mg
16.82%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.3%
Vitamin D:2.26µg
15.08%
Vitamin C:10.36mg
12.56%
Vitamin A:600.18IU
12%
Vitamin B3:2.14mg
10.68%
Source:Foodista