It is no secret that I have always been a fan of Greek yogurt. However, with all different kinds of international yogurt choices that are currently available in today’s supermarkets, it is hard not to be curious. If you are a fan of yogurt like I am, you’ve probably heard about the Icelandic style yogurt that has been pretty popular in the last few years. I have seen and heard about it, but honestly, until recently I have never tried it. Oh my oh my!! I had no idea what I was missing. It is creamy, thick, and SO delicious. So when folks over at Shaw’s asked me to feature their Open Nature® Icelandic Yogurt in a recipe, I jumped at the opportunity and immediately thought about making this ultra-creamy and easy fruit dip with yogurt. It is made with just a few ingredients and makes the perfect dip for fruit platters. And the best part is that it comes together in just about 2 minutes with only 3 ingredients. Intrigued? Let’s break it down.
Ingredients for this healthy fruit dip:
As I mentioned earlier, this easy recipe has just a few ingredients in it: Open Nature® Icelandic Style nonfat yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract.
Icelandic Style Yogurt Vs Greek Yogurt:
At this point, you might be asking, what the heck is Icelandic-style yogurt? Well, you are not alone. I had to look it up too. Just like Greek yogurt, Icelandic-style yogurt is made by straining yogurt. However, the difference between the two is that the Icelandic version is traditionally made from non-fat milk. Additionally, the Icelandic style yogurt usually has no added (or very little) sugar or flavor. (source) Compared to Greek yogurt, the Icelandic style is higher in protein with a richer and creamier texture. And when I say creamy, I mean it. It is nice, thick, and more importantly perfectly dippable, which is why I think it makes the best low-calorie fruit dip without losing its creaminess. Lucky for us, our local Shaw’s store conveniently sells two kinds of Icelandic style yogurt: Plain and Vanilla. They are both non-fat. And let me tell you, I usually do not care about vanilla yogurt because I think most of the time they are too sweet for my taste. However, their version is sweetened minimally and made with vanilla bean specks. Plus, our local Shaws’ Open Nature products are made with clean, minimally processed products, and free from additives like nitrates, benzoates, artificial flavors, and preservatives. This is one of the reasons why I love shopping there.
How to make fruit dip with yogurt?
When I say, anyone can make this easy fruit dip recipe, I mean literally anyone. Simply:
Pick your flavor of yogurt: This yogurt fruit dip recipe works perfectly with vanilla and plain yogurt. You can use one kind or mix them to make it even more delicious.Add in your sweetener: I chose to use 2 tablespoons of honey for every cup of yogurt, but you can also use the same amount of maple syrup. Simply, place your sweetener of choice and give it a whisk.Stir in other flavorings: Add in a splash of vanilla extract and give it a good whisk. Serve with fruit: Place it in a bowl and serve it your favorite fruit. During the summer months, I usually use fresh fruit but during the colder months, in addition to apple slices, I also use dried fruit such as dried figs and apricots. I have also seen people serve it with chocolate chips on the side.
Variations for this fruit dip made with yogurt:
If you want to switch things up, here are a few ideas:
Add in a dash of ground cinnamon: Cinnamon goes really well if you are serving this fruit dip with apple slices during the holidays.Mix in the zest of a lemon for a citrusy flavor: I highly recommend doing this if you are using honey as your sweetener. I think lemon zest and honey combo tastes like candy.Add in a splash of orange juice: If you prefer it to be sweetened with natural fruit sugar, use two to three tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice to sweeten.Flavor it with fresh mint: If you are growing fresh mint in your backyard, slice some fresh mint and mix it in your yogurt fruit dip.Change up the sweeteners: If you want you can also use the same amount of maple syrup or 2 tablespoons of coconut sugar. If you want this to be a keto yogurt fruit dip, you can use monk fruit sweetener to sweeten it.
How To Serve:
I usually serve this yogurt dip more like a “dessert” dip in addition to other appetizers like meat and cheese platter, bread dipping oil, and baked goat cheese balls. To make it easier and convenient for my guests, I used Open Nature’s compostable plates, forks, and spoons. I love that they are not only environmentally friendly but also dishwasher safe for using it again. Next time you visit your closest Albertsons Companies family of stores, including ACME Markets, Jewel-Osco, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Shaw’s, Star Market, United Supermarkets and Carrs/Safeway, be sure to check out their O Organics® and Open Nature® products for a rich collection of plant-based, gluten-free, high protein, biodegradable and compostable items. And with their Delivery or Drive-Up and Go feature, I love that I can shop online and have it delivered to save a trip to the store.
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