Can you freeze yogurt

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Can you freeze yogurt? It was on sale, and I am going to use it to make smoothies.



Best Answer

Yes, yoghurt can be frozen - according to this Canadian government agency, freezing it extends its shelf life to 1-2 months past its sell by date. Note that they do not recommend freezing an opened container of yoghurt. However, considering that it keeps for quite a while in the refridgerator as well you may not need to. This answer point out a couple of issues with freezing yoghurt, namely that it can get separated - if you put it in a blender that may not be a huge issue, as you kinda mix it together again anyway.




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Quick Answer about "Can you freeze yogurt"

Fresh yoghurt freezes remarkably well for up to two months. Note that upon thawing, the texture may change slightly and appear to be more liquid or grainy than it originally was. Stir vigorously for 30 seconds before using to even out the texture.

What happens if you put yogurt in the freezer?

When yogurt is frozen, it causes the water inside to be drawn away from the gel, which causes the structure to collapse and separate. This doesn't mean that the yogurt is bad necessarily \u2014 it just isn't the best time to eat it on its own. Home cooks can, however, still use it while baking (via Cook's Illustrated).

Can you eat yogurt that was frozen?

Yogurt that has been frozen before its expiration date can still be eaten as long as you eat it immediately after thawing it.

Can you freeze store bought yoghurt?

In its package: You can freeze yogurt directly in the container you purchased from the store -or in an air-tight container if you purchased a big tub and want to divide it up. If you just bought one of those packs with multiple small yogurts, you can put them straight into the freezer with no problem.

Can you freeze yogurt and eat it like ice cream?

The answer is yes! Yogurt can be frozen and eaten like ice cream. In fact, frozen yogurt is a popular alternative to ice cream. It has a similar texture and flavor, but it is lower in fat and calories.



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