When I wrote my first book on desserts, I told the story of the blueberry bush my father planted when I was growing up, which was an early lesson in disappointment (there were many more to come, but that was the first). As soon as the berries would ripen, the wily and evil blackbirds would come and snag any and all berries before I got to taste even one. When I returned home about a year ago, my sister had just sold the house and was moving away, and I noticed that the lonely berry bush was still there. And still devoid of berries. Although I gave up hope a long time ago, I considered warning the family moving in not to get their hopes up for any ripe blueberries. But I decided to let them find out on their own. They’ll learn the same lesson I did, and end up buying blueberries at the store, where the blackbirds can’t get them. Hopefully they’ll spare themselves the disappointment of a life as unfulfilled as mine, devoid of homegrown blueberries.
Recipe information
Yield
makes about 1 quart (1 liter)
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
In a blender or food processor, blend together the yogurt, sugar, and blueberries. Press the mixture through a strainer to remove the seeds. Stir in the kirsch and lemon juice. Chill for 1 hour.
Step 2
Freeze in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Variations
Step 3
To make a richer version, substitute 1 1/2 cups (360 g) of Greek-style yogurt or Strained Yogurt (page 49) for the plain yogurt.
Step 4
To make Raspberry Frozen Yogurt, purée 2 cups (480 g) plain whole-milk yogurt, 3/4 cup (150 g) sugar and 2 cups (240 g) fresh or frozen raspberries with 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice. Press the mixture through a strainer to remove the seeds. Chill for 1 hour, then freeze in your ice cream maker.
Perfect Pairing
Step 5
Serve scoops of Blueberry Frozen Yogurt in Honey-Cornmeal Ice Cream Cones (page 230).
