Pimp My Yogurt

Build a Better Yogurt Bowl

Start with plain dairy yogurt or an unsweetened plant-based alternative. Add fruit for freshness, nuts or seeds for crunch, and a small amount of honey or maple syrup if extra sweetness is needed.

A Simple Formula

• Base: Plain, Greek-style, coconut, soy, or almond yogurt.
• Fruit: Berries, banana, mango, apple, pear, peaches, or dried fruit.
• Crunch: Granola, toasted oats, chopped nuts, seeds, or coconut flakes.
• Flavor: Cinnamon, vanilla, cocoa, citrus zest, ginger, or cardamom.
• Finishing touch: Nut butter, fruit purée, honey, or maple syrup.

Easy Flavor Combinations

• Berry crunch: Yogurt, mixed berries, granola, and chopped almonds.
• Tropical: Mango, banana, coconut flakes, and a squeeze of lime.
• Apple pie: Diced apple, cinnamon, walnuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
• Chocolate banana: Banana, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and cacao nibs.
• Peach melba: Sliced peach, raspberries, and toasted oats.

Try a Savory Bowl

Yogurt also works as a creamy base for savory toppings. Stir in lemon juice, herbs, and a pinch of salt, then add cucumber, tomato, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, or toasted seeds. It can also be served as a dip or used in place of sour cream.

Helpful Tips

• Use frozen fruit when fresh fruit is unavailable; thaw it briefly so its juices mix into the yogurt.
• Toast nuts, seeds, oats, or coconut to deepen their flavor.
• Add crunchy ingredients immediately before eating so they stay crisp.
• Prepare fruit and dry toppings ahead of time, but store them separately from the yogurt.
• Taste before adding sweetener; ripe fruit may provide enough sweetness on its own.