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Frozen Yogurt Buying Guide

Everything you need to know

Thinking of selling frozen yogurt? Here’s everything you need to know - from choosing the right machine and mix, to understanding profit potential and creating your own recipes.

From Trend to Timeless Treat

Frozen yogurt isn’t just a dessert, it’s a movement. First introduced in the 1980s, “froyo” gained fame as a lighter alternative to ice cream, then surged in popularity in the late 2000s as dedicated shops appeared worldwide. Now, the trend is back stronger than ever - and it’s here to stay.

Customers are seeking lighter, healthier treats that still feel indulgent, and frozen yogurt delivers perfectly. With about half the calories of ice cream and a rich, creamy texture, it attracts health-conscious adults, families, and anyone craving a guilt-free dessert.

In the UK, frozen yogurt has seen steady growth as more cafés and dessert bars add it to their menus. Industry reports show continued year-on-year increases, fuelled by demand for premium, low-fat, and protein-rich desserts.

What Type of Machine Do I Need?

A frozen yogurt machine is basically a soft-serve machine — the difference comes down to how it’s set up and the mix you use. Here’s what to look for:

No Heat-Treat Machines — Avoid machines with a heat cycle, as the heat can ruin the texture and kill the good probiotics in your mix.

Hopper Agitators — These gently stir the mix to keep it smooth and even. If your machine doesn’t have them, you’ll need to stir by hand throughout the day.

Flavour Options — A single machine serves one flavour, while a twin machine can serve two flavours (plus a swirl of both). To offer more choices, you’ll need more machines.

Pump vs Gravity Feed — Gravity-fed machines are simpler and cheaper, great for smaller shops. Pump-fed machines are better for busy locations — they produce a lighter, creamier product but cost more.

Countertop vs Floor-Standing — Countertop models save space and are ideal for smaller setups. Floor-standing machines handle higher demand and usually come with wheels, making them easy to move.

Still not sure? Get in touch — we’ll help you choose the perfect machine for your business.

How is Frozen Yogurt Different from Ice Cream?

The key difference is the yogurt content. Frozen yogurt (or “froyo”) is made with natural or powdered yogurt , which gives it that signature tangy, refreshing flavour — compared to the rich, creamy sweetness of traditional ice cream.

Frozen yogurt is also lower in fat and has around half the calories of soft-serve ice cream, making it a lighter, guilt-free choice. Froyo feels fresher and less heavy — perfect for customers who want a treat without overindulging.

Another big plus is what’s inside. Frozen yogurt mixes have cleaner, simpler ingredients, using fewer artificial stabilisers and rely more on natural, plant-based ingredients. Mixes also contain live yogurt cultures, adding a probiotic boost that supports gut health — something today’s health-conscious customers really value.

In short, frozen yogurt gives people the creamy indulgence they love from ice cream, but in a lighter, more modern, and health-friendly way.

Types of Frozen Yogurt

Fresh Mix vs Powdered Mix

Fresh Mix – Traditionally, frozen yogurt shops used a ready-to-pour liquid mix that must stay refrigerated and be used within 5–7 days. It’s often delivered frozen but must be fully defrosted before use. Fresh mix can be tricky — temperature changes or transport delays can cause spoilage or machine issues. It also takes up valuable fridge space and requires careful stock rotation, adding time and cost.

Powdered Mix – Dessertify’s powdered frozen yogurt mix removes all that hassle. It’s lightweight, shelf-stable, and easy to prepare — just blend with milk for a creamy, tangy mix that’s ready to freeze. No refrigeration, no waste, no stress.

Made from premium ingredients and live yogurt cultures, it delivers a rich, consistent texture customers love, batch after batch. Staff can prepare it quickly and only make what’s needed — cutting waste and keeping costs low.

Our powdered mix also offers creative freedom: easily experiment with flavours, toppings, and seasonal specials. Whether you run a dessert bar, café, or ice cream shop, it’s a simple way to expand your menu, attract health-conscious customers, and increase profits.

👉 Explore our premium Dessertify Frozen Yogurt Powder Mixes today — and start serving the treat everyone’s craving.

Impressive Profit Margins — Made Simple

Frozen yogurt isn’t just a customer favourite — it’s a serious profit booster for your business. With low running costs and high perceived value, it offers one of the best margins in the dessert industry.

Here’s a simple example:

  • RRP (5oz tub): £3.45
  • Total cost (VAT + mix + tub): ~£1.23
  • Profit per tub: ~£2.20

That’s a profit margin of nearly 64% on every serving.

Even modest sales can add up fast:

  • Selling just 50 tubs a day could generate around £111.50 in daily profit — or over £31,000 a year (based on 280 trading days).
  • Stay open all year, and profits could easily exceed £40,000 annually.

And the best part? Frozen yogurt is quick to serve, requires minimal labour, and produces almost no waste — making it one of the easiest ways to grow your menu and your margins.

From Powder to Perfection — In Minutes

Dessertify powdered yogurt mixes offer long shelf life and flexibility. Operators can prepare only what’s needed, reducing waste while maintaining consistency.

Mixing Instructions

Simply mix one of our 1.6Kg with up to 6 litres of milk to produce up to 128 x 5oz servings (7.6Kg total product).

  1. Pour our powder mix and milk into a bucket.
  2. Blend for 1 minute.
  3. Pour the mix in your hopper.
  4. You're ready to swirl!


Use skimmed milk for fat-free results, or full-fat milk for a creamier texture. You can even use UHT or powdered milk for total convenience — perfect for saving fridge space and keeping things simple without compromising on quality.

Flavours & Toppings

Choose from our flavoured yogurt mixes, or start with our Natural Frozen Yogurt Mix and customise it with syrups, purées, concentrates, or compounds to create your own signature flavour.

Grow Your Business with the Frozen Yogurt Trend

Ready to Start Serving Frozen Yogurt?

Join hundreds of dessert bars, cafés, and ice cream shops already profiting from the frozen yogurt boom.

With Dessertify, it’s never been easier to serve smooth, tangy froyo your customers will love — no refrigeration, no waste, just pure profit.

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