There is something downright delightful about turning a few humble items into a warm-weather dessert that feels a little magical. This 3-ingredient oven baked frozen yogurt treat is the kind of kitchen shortcut that reminds me of the old Midwest way of making do with what was on hand and still setting a cheerful dish on the table. By baking a solid block of frozen yogurt with two simple pantry staples, you get a soft, sweet dessert with toasted edges and a pudding-like center that children and grown folks alike will spoon up in a hurry.
Serve this dessert warm, straight from the casserole dish, with fresh berries, sliced bananas, or a little dollop of whipped cream if you have it. It is also mighty nice with graham crackers on the side for scooping, or with a cup of coffee for the adults after supper. If you want to dress it up for a summer gathering, a sprinkle of cinnamon or a handful of chopped nuts on top makes it look right special without adding any fuss.
3-Ingredient Oven Baked Ice Cream Day Dessert
Servings: 6
Ingredients
1 solid 32-ounce block frozen yogurt, unthawed
Directions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease an oven-safe casserole dish if needed. Place the solid unthawed block of frozen yogurt right into the center of the dish.
2. Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the frozen yogurt block, letting it run down the sides and pool a little in the dish.
3. Sprinkle the crushed graham crackers all over the top and around the sides so they can soak up some of the sweetness as the dessert bakes.
4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the edges are bubbling and lightly golden and the center is softened into a scoopable dessert. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
5. Spoon into bowls and serve warm while the top still has a little texture and the center is creamy and sweet.
Variations & Tips
Fruit Topped: Scatter sliced strawberries, blueberries, or peaches over each serving right before it goes to the table. The fresh fruit gives this soft baked dessert a nice contrast and makes it feel especially good for summertime.
Cookie Crumb Swap: If you do not have graham crackers, vanilla wafer crumbs or crushed shortbread cookies work just fine. They will give you a slightly different flavor, but the same cozy, crumbly topping.
Watch the Bake: Since different casserole dishes and ovens can vary, start checking at the 25-minute mark. You want the dish hot and softly set, not browned too deeply, so it stays creamy instead of turning dry.
Make It Nuttier: A small handful of chopped pecans or walnuts sprinkled over the crumbs before baking adds a lovely old-fashioned crunch. That little touch makes it taste like something you might have found at a church potluck dessert table.
