10 Greek Yogurt Recipes to Use up That Tub Deliciously

Like eggs, butter, and cream, yogurt is one of those incredibly versatile, easy-to-love dairy products—it can go on pretty much anything, and it can be used in sweet and savory cooking applications alike.

But there’s regular ol’ yogurt, the kind made by fermenting milk for four to 12 hours, and then there’s Greek yogurt—the kind that’s strained after fermentation to remove much of the milky whey, for a thicker, more protein- and lactose-rich product (which yes, you can make at home). Its probiotic benefits are all well and good, but what we’re most excited about is how it tastes—its lactic tang and rich, creamy texture. Greek yogurt is also an exceptionally useful ingredient in many beloved baked goods, due to the flavor that lactose takes on when it browns and the way a specific milk protein, called casein, can lend a hand in moisture retention and adding volume to cakes (and cake-like baked products).

With that in mind, here are 10 of our favorite desserts that incorporate Greek yogurt, to help develop your appreciation for the many applications of this delicious treat—beyond enjoying it straight from the tub.

June 2019