Hamdi Saidani This Berry Easy Dessert is a fresh and quick recipe, which is made with Greek yogurt and blackberries. It’s the perfect no-fuss dessert, ready in about 10 minutes.
Berry Easy Dessert Ingredients
- 1 pint good quality Greek style plain whole milk yogurt
- 4 to 5 pieces crystallized ginger, grated
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup honey, look for orange blossom, clover or sage, plus some for drizzling
- 1 orange zested
- 2 pints blackberries
How To Make Berry Easy Dessert
- Flavor the yogurt: In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated crystallized ginger, honey, and orange zest.
- Let flavors meld: Let the yogurt mixture sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Assemble and serve: Divide the fresh blackberries among four dessert bowls. Top each bowl with a large dollop of the flavored yogurt mixture, then finish with an extra drizzle of honey.
Recipe Tips
- What kind of yogurt is best? A full-fat, plain Greek-style yogurt is best for this recipe. Its thick, creamy texture and tangy flavor provide the perfect base for the other ingredients.
- Can I use other berries? Absolutely. This recipe is wonderful with fresh raspberries, blueberries, sliced strawberries, or a mix of all three.
- Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the flavored yogurt mixture up to a day in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Assemble the dessert with the fresh berries just before serving.
- What if I don’t have crystallized ginger? You can substitute it with about 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger. You may want to add a little extra honey to balance the sharp flavor of the fresh ginger.
What To Serve With Berry Easy Dessert
This light and simple dessert is perfect on its own, but also pairs nicely with:
- Crispy, buttery shortbread cookies
- A sprinkle of toasted almonds or pistachios for crunch
- A glass of crisp dessert wine like a Moscato
How To Store Berry Easy Dessert
- Refrigerate: It’s best to store the flavored yogurt mixture and the berries in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. The yogurt will keep for up to 3 days.
Berry Easy Dessert Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 8g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Is this recipe healthy?
Yes, this is a relatively healthy dessert option. It’s packed with protein from the Greek yogurt and antioxidants from the fresh berries.
Can I use a different sweetener?
If you don’t have honey, you can easily substitute it with an equal amount of pure maple syrup or agave nectar.
What is crystallized ginger?
Crystallized ginger (or candied ginger) is fresh ginger that has been cooked in a sugar syrup and rolled in sugar. It has a chewy texture and a sweet, spicy flavor.
Berry Easy Dessert Recipe
Description
A simple, elegant, and refreshing no-cook dessert of fresh blackberries topped with a creamy Greek yogurt flavored with honey, ginger, and orange zest.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated ginger, honey, and orange zest.
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Divide the blackberries among four dessert bowls.
- Top each bowl with a large dollop of the yogurt mixture.
- Drizzle with a little extra honey before serving.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use a good quality, full-fat Greek yogurt.
- This recipe is incredibly versatile; feel free to use any of your favorite fresh berries.
- The flavored yogurt can be made a day in advance, making this a perfect, easy dessert for entertaining.
- Let the yogurt sit for a few minutes after mixing to allow the ginger and orange zest to infuse their flavor.
