How to Make 3-Ingredient Baked Yogurt

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This delicious, easy, light and versatile dessert – Baked Yogurt is an adaption of Mishti doi or Bhapa doi – a Bangladeshi traditional dessert but instead of pro-longed cooking hours or cooking it in steam, this condensed milk , 3 ingredient version can be baked in a double bath.

Why you should make this recipe?

If you have planned a dinner or lunch which is usually heavier, this light and super easy dessert will be welcomed with lot of praises.

It comes together in 10 minutes and can be easily made ahead.

You can serve and flavor it in variety of ways. See notes below.

Table Of Contents

Why you should make this recipe?
Where did baked yogurt originate from?
Recipe at a glance
Step by Step Process
FAQs
Substitutions and Variations
Storage and Make Ahead
Serving Suggestions
Tips in making a baked yogurt

Where did baked yogurt originate from?

Baked yogurt and its variations is one of the famous desserts in South Asia. Technically, it is not a Pakistani dessert but it is Bangladeshi in origin. In Karachi, one particular shop sells by the name “Meetha Dahi”.

If you like such instant recipes made with condensed milk then you will love to try this no-churn Pakistani instant Qulfi/kulfi.

Recipe at a glance

Yogurt – Full fat

Cream – whipping cream, unsweetened, 35% fat content

Condensed milk – full fat

Flavorings – vanilla or saffron strands

Step by Step Process

Whisk yogurt, cream, condensed milk and flavoring (saffron or vanilla) until smooth and creamy and homogenous mixture is obtained.

Pour in the dishes and bake in a water bath.

FAQs

What happens if you bake yogurt?

When you bake Yogurt along with two other ingredients (Cream and Condensed Milk), it results in a delicious mildly sweet, and tangy dessert. Baked Yogurt as the name suggests is baked in a double bath until set. It is called Bhapa doi in India, mishti doi in Bangladesh while in Pakistan specially Karachi, it is called meetha dahi (sweet yogurt).

How to use Saffron in this recipe?

Saffron is a spice derived from a flower called crocus sativus. It has extremely luxurious flavor and is used in both sweet and savory delicacies specially in South Asian countries like Pakistan and India as well as in Middle Eastern cuisines. It has a characteristic aroma and orange yellow color.
To use saffron strands to its full potential, it must be infused which can be done in variety of ways
– heat it with little milk
– crush it with sugar to cause friction and release maximum flavor
– place it with ice cubes

What does baked yogurt taste like?

I love baked yogurt for its milk sweetness from condensed milk, creamy texture, and subtle tang from the yogurt. It can be served with a variety of toppings but fresh seasonal fruits and edible flowers not only taste great but also give that aesthetic look.

Substitutions and Variations

For this recipe, we will be needing only 3 basic ingredients – cream, yogurt, and condensed milk. Take note, however, that there are numerous ways in making a baked yogurt. You can add vanilla essence, saffron strands or other mild spice like cinnamon or cardamom powder but the choice really depends on your preference. For me, I like to keep it simple with just a dash of vanilla and top with seasonal fresh fruits or compote.

Storage and Make Ahead

This dessert needs refrigeration after it has cooled down. Cover the ramekins or dish in which you have baked with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days. After that it starts to dry out.

Garnishing should be done at the time of serving.

Serving Suggestions

This dessert can be made in a large serving dish or individual oven proof ramekins.

Any seasonal fruit can be used to garnish.

If you are looking for authentic flavor, use saffron to flavor the mixture.

Baked Yogurt Recipe

Learn how to make baked yogurt with condensed milk that kicks off a refreshing flavor perfect for post heavy dinners.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Additional Time 2 hours

Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes

Ingredients

1 tin (397 grams) condensed milk
100 mL cream
500 grams yoghurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruits for garnishing

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, pour in the yoghurt.
Add the condensed milk and cream.
Add the vanilla extract. This will add flavor to your yoghurt.
Whisk all the ingredients gently but thoroughly.
Place the dish/ramekins in a large baking dish.
Pour the mixture into the ramekins.
Pour water in the large baking dish for water bath.
Bake in pre-heated oven at 300F for 15-20 minutes or until it has set and not jiggly.
Remove from the oven, cool and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Garnish with fruits of your choice.
Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 111Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 62mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 0gSugar: 8gProtein: 5g

Tips in making a baked yogurt

In making a 3-ingredient baked yogurt, it is best to take note of a few tips:

Bake in a water bath to keep it creamy from the inside
Be creative in choosing your garnish or toppings. There are a lot of toppings to choose from, and you can experiment with a variety of fruit and nut combinations that are always available at your nearest supermarkets.
If you are using organic yogurt (konday wala dahi) available in Pakistan, make sure you strain it well and remove all the liquid before using it in this recipe. You might want to dissolve 1 tablespoon corn flour in cream and add it to the mixture to absorb extra liquid.

I hope you enjoyed this very easy 3-ingredient baked yogurt and will be included for your next brunch party. Start baking fresh today with Nadia by subscribing to our Newsletter and YouTube channel!