Check out some ideas for using Yogurt!

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Yogurt is a favorite for sweet snacks, whether you mix it with fruit, make a parfait, or blend it into a smoothie. But yogurt can also be a tasty addition to savory foods for babies and toddlers who are learning new flavors and textures.

Why yogurt?

Yogurt gives your family important nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and potassium, which help support strong bones and healthy blood pressure. Not all yogurt has added vitamin D, so take a quick look at the Nutrition Facts Label to check.

Yogurt also has helpful bacteria that support a healthy digestive system. Some varieties include extra live probiotics that may offer even more digestive and immune support.

Choosing plain, unsweetened yogurt gives you the most flexibility. You can sweeten it naturally at home with fruit and keep added sugar and calories lower for your little ones

What’s the difference between regular yogurt and Greek yogurt?

Regular yogurt and Greek yogurt start with the same ingredients but end up a little different.
Greek yogurt is thicker and creamier and is not as sweet as regular yogurt.
Plain Greek yogurt usually has less sugar and more protein.
Regular yogurt often has more calcium.
Both types provide helpful probiotics that support a healthy digestive system.

Bowl of thick white yogurt with a wooden spoon on a red‑and‑white checkered cloth.

Yogurt tips for cooking and substituting:

Yogurt adds creaminess to both sweet and savory foods and can help cool down spicy dishes.
It can be used on its own or as a full or partial substitute in many recipes.

Yogurt Hacks for Better Health

Yogurt is an easy way to add protein and can replace higher-fat ingredients in many recipes.

Ways to cook and substitute with yogurt:

Use plain yogurt instead of mayonnaise in cold salads like egg salad, canned fish salad, potato salad, coleslaw, or elote.
Swap plain yogurt for sour cream in dressings, dips, soups, burritos, and nachos.
Blend yogurt into a creamy, lower-fat salad dressing.
Mix plain yogurt into fruit smoothies or layer it with fruit and cereal for a crunchy parfait.
Stir yogurt with peanut butter, mashed fruit, or mashed avocado for added flavor.
Use yogurt with crushed cereal to create a hearty, crispy oven‑baked dish.
Use yogurt‑based sauces or marinades for meats.
Make a simple fruit dip or coat fruit in yogurt and freeze it for a cold treat

Quesadilla on a plate with yogurt.

Information adapted from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s WIC Program resources.