I have recently discovered Greek Yogurt ( well, it's been a few months now) but it's still new to me. I think everyone else has been on this bandwagon for quite a while, but since I am not a fan of regular yogurt, the sound of Greek yogurt didn't appeal to me. I wanted to like yogurt, I really did. With options like Boston Cream Pie, Key Lime Pie, Coconut Custard, and Peaches and Cream, the thought of a cup of yogurt sounded good. I think it's the consistency that I didn't like.
I only tried Greek yogurt because my husband got a coupon for it at the grocery store and decided to bring one home for me to try. I never thought I would like it, but I was pleasantly surprised.
I eat so much of it now that I like to buy it in the larger containers instead of the single serve cups. The only problem I've found with this is that every time I pull the larger container out of the fridge, I have to pour the liquid off the top of it. I like my yogurt as thick as possible.
I've experimented with a few different brands of Greek Yogurt and I'm hoping to get some advice from you folks
These are a few that I've tried recently.
Besides The Thick and creamy Yoplait, I can't say I was a fan of any of these. And I don't like the ones with the fruit on the bottom.
I recently bought this Simply Balanced brand because it was on sale at Target. This is awful! It was not thick and it was suppose to be vanilla flavored but I didn't taste any vanilla at all.
I'm actually going to say that this Wal-mart brand is the best that I have tried so far. It is the thickest I've had and I can definitely taste the vanilla flavoring.
As far as non Greek Yogurts, there are two that I enjoy ( probably because of their consistency).
Yoplait Whips. Now this, I thoroughly enjoyed. The chocolate flavor is my favorite and it tasted just like chocolate mousse. I could eat 10 of these in a row!
I also liked what use to be called Yoplait Simply. It had a gold foil top instead of the traditional silver. This was very hard to find. In fact, only one grocery store in my area would carry it and I only ever saw it in the vanilla flavor ( But that's okay because that's my favorite. I'm boring like that) . I can no longer find that kind of yogurt but I see now that my local stores carry the Thick and Creamy by Yoplait. I bought this once and it was good. I wonder if this is what replaced the Simply version.
What is your favorite Greek Yogurt? Can you recommend a good thick brand to me?
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My favorite Greek yogurt is Chobani. I buy 10 at a time and usually have one every day or every other day. I love that they keep me full, but I also like the fruit on the bottom. The apple cinnamon and blueberry are my favorites.
ReplyDeleteI've tried Chobani Vanilla but I don't really remember what I thought of it. I know it was either that one or the Dannon one that I didn't care for. I may have to give it another try!
DeleteI tried both regular yogurt and Greek yogurt a couple years ago and I couldn't eat it. I'm with you on the consistency, I didn't know whether to slurp it like jello or chew it. I like it in smoothies but I can't eat it by itself.
ReplyDeleteHaha, That's it exactly Lesley! Have you tried the Yoplait Whips? They are probably my favorite but they don't give you very much in the container.
DeleteI love Chobani, but we don't have it here in the Netherlands. I suppose it makes it easier to stick to paleo meals :) I also don't like yogurts with fruit on bottom - it's much nicer to add your own fresh or frozen.
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I agree. I'll add my own fruit, but I don't like it when it is already mixed in the yogurt. I think it gives it a slimy taste.
DeleteHaha! That's the perfect way to describe it!
DeleteThe best one I've tried is Fage but it's generally pricier than the others. I usually use Chobani. I also just get the plain variety and add fruit and flavorings on my own. I'm not a fan of the pre-flavored yogurts.
ReplyDeleteI agree with not being a fan of the flavored ones. I always think they sound good but I always end up enjoying the vanilla the most.
DeleteI'm really picky about Greek yogurt, because if it has too much of the sour taste, I can't do it. The favorite I've had so far is Chobani, but that's because it has the fruit and stuff to cut the sour taste.
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about the sour taste. I think that's why I like the vanilla flavored ones. Especially when it is a strong vanilla flavoring.
DeleteI'm a huge Chobani fan, especially the Strawberry Banana flavor. Yum! Sometimes I'll also get plain Greek yogurt and add fresh strawberries and granola to the top.
ReplyDeleteSeems like a lot of people like Chobani! I may have to give it another try.
DeleteI am not a fan of the Target brand either, I really like Fage {I also eat it plain} and the Trader Joe's Brand!
ReplyDeleteYea, I will never buy that Target brand again. I had to add Cool Whip to it to in order to thicken it up and give it any sort of flavor!
DeleteLove chobani pomegranate !
ReplyDeleteIs it pomegranate flavored or is it actual fruit in it?
DeleteI eat Greek Yogurt everyday but I only eat Fage 0%. The chobani and other brands (while some taste good) thye have a TON of sugar in them. The Fage is super thick and I usually add a touch of honey and top it with some almonds, berries or homemade granola.
ReplyDeleteif it's super thick than I would like it. Does it come in Vanilla or just plain?
DeleteI'm not a huge fan of yogurt either, but I like The Greek Gods honey vanilla flavor. I add a little granola and fresh raspberries. :)
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of this brand but the Honey Vanilla flavoring sounds good! I think I had a shampoo that was Honey Vanilla...haha
DeleteHave you tried Oikos? It's delicious and the only one that doesn't taste like sour milk for me.
ReplyDeleteHonestly, I can't remember. I know that I had wanted to but don't know if I ever bought it. That brand is definitely on my list to try anyway.
DeleteI'm a big fan of Stoneyfield, but some of them have a lot of sugar in them. I use the Target vanilla in smoothies, but I've never had it on its own so I'm not sure how it really tastes. I used to love those Chobani flips, but I think they discontinued my favorite flavor and also Chobani has been really dropping the ball lately and the consistency of their yogurt seems to have gotten really weird. I guess I'm still on the hunt for the perfect one too!
ReplyDeleteYea, I don't think I liked the chobani either. Have you tried the Wal mart brand Greek yogurt? So far, that's the winner in my book.
DeleteI loooove Greek yogurt! I'm not partial to any brand since I just buy plain fat free (no extra flavors). I like to mix in fresh berries with plain yogurt and sometimes add a tablespoon of honey or coconut for a little something extra!
ReplyDeleteI've only ever bought plain yogurt one time and it was to use in a recipe. I always imagined that it would taste like sour cream ( which I am not a fan of).
DeleteNot a huge fan of yogurt to begin with, but I found if I mix homemade granola from the local Italian deli with the Yoplait Greek Vanilla yogurt, I can inhale it in about 30 seconds. Yum-o!
ReplyDeleteYea, I've mixed mine with granola and just regular cereal as well.
DeleteI'm a huge Fage fan! Low sugar, high protein (20gr!) I buy the 0% or 2% and mix in my own fruit, granola, honey etc, although they also have some delicious flavors. I love the thickness. It's great for overnight oats and in smoothies too!
ReplyDeleteI'll have to try that. Thanks for the advice.
DeleteYep - like some mentioned. Fage is the only one I like for thickness. Stonyfield Farm is great for the vanilla but its very thin. I do like to use it for dessert though - that's how good the vanilla is. But Fage is always my winner. Honey on it? YUM! & its so thick, I use it on potatoes.
ReplyDeleteOh... ps. - its very expensive in grocery stores, but its like $2.00 less at Sam's Club.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip! it sound like everyone likes that Fage. I must try it. (Right after I learn how to pronounce it)!
DeleteChobani is actually a great brand and I really enjoy the taste! However, when I decide it's a little to pricey, I do enjoy the Yoplait whips. In fact I have 20 sitting in my fridge right now because they were 20 for $10 at the store last weekend:)
ReplyDeleteWow, that is a great deal! The best deal our stores give are 10 for $10. My favorite is the chocolate or the chocolate raspberry. What's yours?
DeleteI love plain 0% Chobani. I buy it in the big container too and mix in lots of fruit and granola. It also tastes heavenly with honey drizzled on it!! Because I don't eat gelatin, I have to read the labels on a lot of yogurts because many contain gelatin. Chobani makes me happy with their short ingredients list and I have gotten used to the flavor!
ReplyDeleteI use chobani for greek though I've heard the yoplait is good? I need to try it and see for myself :) As far as plain yogurt I like either stonyfield vanilla or strawberry. makes for a good sweet treat when I'm craving something like ice cream!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is La Liberte. after I tried it, I can't eat any other brand. It's a little pricey but totally worth it.
ReplyDeleteI've been eating Fage plain for years - I sprinkle some cinnamon on it, add either cut-up fresh strawberries or a scant quarter cup of Craisins, and my homemade granola. Sooooo good! It did take me a little while to get used to the plain flavor, but I love it now. Fage goes on sale for $1/container quite often.
ReplyDeleteI get plain, fat free yogurt because it has a lot less sugar and much more protein than the flavored kinds. It definitely doesn't taste that great but I want it for the protein! Usually I mix a tbsp of sugar free jelly in to give it a little bit of flavor.
ReplyDeleteI like Chobani flip, but mainly only Almond Coco-Loco and Nutty for "Nana. I have texture issues with yogurt so it I don't mix something crunchy in with it it makes me gag.
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