If your kids love those little yogurt drinks from the grocery store, you're going to love how easy it is to make this homemade yogurt drink at home!
As a dietitian and mom of two, I'm always looking for ways to make nutritious snacks a little more affordable while still keeping them simple enough for busy days. This homemade yogurt drink comes together in just a few minutes with ingredients you probably already have on hand.
It's naturally high in protein, packed with calcium, and easy to customize with your favorite fruits. Whether you're serving it alongside breakfast, packing it with lunch, or offering it as an after-school snack, this homemade drinkable yogurt is one recipe you'll find yourself making again and again.
Why You'll Love This Homemade Yogurt Drink
- Ready in 5 minutes
- Higher in protein thanks to Greek yogurt
- Easy to customize with different fruits
- Naturally sweetened with fruit
- Perfect for toddlers, kids, and adults
- Great for breakfast or snacks
- Budget-friendly compared to store-bought yogurt drinks
If your kids love refreshing drinks for snacks, then check out my spinach yogurt smoothie and yogurt pops too!
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Ingredients You'll Need
Here's what you'll need to make these easy homemade yogurt drinks:
- Plain whole milk Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt!) – Makes the drink creamy while adding protein and calcium
- Whole milk – Helps create the perfect drinkable consistency
- Strawberries (or whatever fruit you have on hand!) – Naturally sweet and make the drink extra creamy. Vanilla extract – Adds flavor without extra sugar
- Medjool date or maple syrup (optional) – For a little extra sweetness if desired
- Chia seeds or hemp hearts (optional) – Add fiber, healthy fats, and extra nutrition
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Homemade Yogurt Drink
- Step 1: Add the yogurt, milk, fruit, vanilla, chia seeds (if using), and optional sweetener to a blender.
- Step 2: Blend until completely smooth, about 30-60 seconds.
- Step 3: If needed, add another few splashes of milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Step 4: Pour into reusable drink bottles or cups and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for later.
Hint for the Best Homemade Yogurt Drink
For the creamiest, smoothest homemade yogurt drink, use full-fat Greek yogurt and frozen fruit instead of ice. Blend for at least 60 seconds so everything becomes silky smooth, then add milk a little at a time until you reach your preferred consistency.
If you're making it ahead, give it a quick shake before serving since natural separation is completely normal. For toddlers who are sensitive to berry seeds, strain the drink through a fine mesh sieve after blending for an extra-smooth texture.
Substitutions
This homemade yogurt drink is already gluten-free, egg-free, and nut-free! Just swap out the yogurt and milk for your favorite dairy-free version.
- Greek Yogurt: Use regular plain yogurt for a lighter drink (it will be slightly thinner), or use a dairy-free Greek-style yogurt if needed
- Milk: Any milk works well, including whole milk, 2% milk, oat milk, soy milk, or unsweetened almond milk
- Add-Ins: Blend in 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, hemp hearts, ground flaxseed, rolled oats, or a spoonful of nut or seed butter for an extra boost of fiber, healthy fats, and protein
Variations
There are so many ways you can mix up this homemade yogurt drink! Just change out the fruit you use.
- Mixed Berry: Strawberries + blueberries + raspberries
- Blueberry: Blueberries + vanilla
- Peach: Peaches + a pinch of cinnamon
- Mango: Mango + vanilla
- Blueberry Lemon: Blueberries + a squeeze of fresh lemon juice
- Cherry Vanilla: Frozen cherries + vanilla
- Tropical: Frozen mango + pineapple
- PB&J: Frozen strawberries + 1 tablespoon peanut butter (or sunflower seed butter)
- Chocolate Banana: ½ banana + 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- Orange Creamsicle: Orange (ideally frozen) + vanilla
- Peach Mango: Frozen peaches + frozen mango
- Strawberry Banana: Frozen strawberries + ½ ripe banana
Equipment
All you'll need to make this homemade yogurt drink is a high speed blender or immersion blender, measuring cups, and storage containers or reusable pouches!
Storing Your Homemade Yogurt Drink
Store homemade yogurt drinks in an airtight bottle, silicone reusable pouches, or mason jar in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Because the ingredients naturally separate as they sit, simply give the bottle a good shake before serving!
Feel free to free in popsicle molds for longer storage or if your kids decide to refuse them (frustrating I know!).
Toddler Dietitian Tiff's Tip
Homemade yogurt drinks are an easy way to add protein, calcium, and healthy fats to snack time without relying on lots of added sugar.
I love pairing one with a muffin or granola bar for a balanced snack that helps keep little ones full longer. If your toddler is learning to drink from a straw, serving this in a straw cup can also be a fun way to practice oral motor skills while enjoying a nutritious snack.
FAQ
Yes! They keep well in the refrigerator for up to two days. Just shake before serving.
Plain whole milk Greek yogurt gives the creamiest texture and the most protein.
Use a ripe banana, a Medjool date, or a small drizzle of maple syrup or honey (for littles over 1 year old).
Yep! Just use your favorite dairy-free yogurt and milk.
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Homemade Yogurt Drink
Equipment
- blender or immersion blender
- glass jars or silicone pouches
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
- ½ cup whole milk or milk of choice, more depending consistency preference
- ½ cup strawberries or fruit of choice fresh or frozen
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or hemp hearts optional
- 1 pitted Medjool date or 1-2 teaspoon of maple syrup optional for sweetness
Instructions
- Add the Greek yogurt, milk, fruit, vanilla, and optional sweetener and chia seeds or hemp hearts (if using) to a blender.
- Blend for 30-60 seconds, or until completely smooth and creamy.
- If needed, add extra splashes of milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Pour into cups or reusable drink bottles and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for later.
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