Frozen Orange Cream Cups (Printable Version)
Oranges filled with creamy yogurt and honey, frozen for a refreshing treat with a citrus twist.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Oranges
01 - 4 medium oranges
→ Cream Filling
02 - 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
03 - 1 cup Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons honey
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ To Serve (optional)
06 - Orange zest curls
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Slice the tops off each orange and carefully hollow out the flesh using a spoon, reserving any juice for the filling.
02 - In a bowl, combine fresh orange juice, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
03 - Place the blended mixture in the refrigerator until well chilled, about 15 minutes.
04 - Process the chilled mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer instructions, or pour into a shallow dish and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes until partially firm.
05 - Spoon the semi-frozen cream into the prepared hollowed oranges, smoothing the tops.
06 - Arrange the filled orange cups on a tray and freeze for 3 to 4 hours until fully set.
07 - Present the frozen orange cups garnished with orange zest curls for a vibrant finish.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses just a handful of easy-to-find ingredients
- Naturally gluten-free and full of protein from yogurt
- Ready for the freezer in just fifteen minutes
- A refreshing dessert that delights both kids and adults
02 -
- Packed with vitamin C from real oranges
- Lower in added sugar compared to store-bought frozen treats
- Customizable for dairy-free diets with coconut yogurt
03 -
- Chill the orange shells for thirty minutes before filling to keep the mixture extra cold and creamy
- Do not overfill or the cups may crack as the filling expands during freezing
- For perfectly smooth filling, strain the orange juice to remove all fibers and seeds before mixing