Anyone making several batches
If you use yoghurt in several recipes, a 1 kg tub may suit the quantities you need. Carrefour Extra and Auchan each offer a plain yoghurt in this size, according to their product listings.
Who are these sizes for?
Anyone comparing ingredients for their dough
If your recipe calls for Greek-style yoghurt, check the fat content and ingredients in particular. The Carrefour Extra and Auchan listings show 8.6 g and 10 g of fat per 100 g respectively for their 1 kg tubs.
Anyone looking to avoid leftovers
For a single small recipe, compare the amount required with the pack size. The Carrefour catalogue includes Danone plain Greek-style yoghurt in four 110 g pots. Be sure to check the storage instructions after opening, too.
What should you check before buying?
Start with the type and quantity of yoghurt specified in your recipe, then choose a pack size you can use in line with the instructions on the packaging.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredients for the dough | Choose the type of product specified in the recipe. Compare the ingredients and fat content per 100 g before switching to another product. | If I want to follow a recipe that calls for Greek-style yoghurt, I wouldn’t automatically replace it with a high-protein dairy product. Around 42% of consumers would prioritise finding a product that suits the dough. |
| Quantity for several batches | Estimate the total amount you need and compare it with the net weight, particularly between a 1 kg tub and 110 g pots. | For several batches, I’d rather have enough yoghurt without opening lots of pots. Around 33% of consumers would prioritise having enough available. |
| Leftovers after opening | Check the storage temperature and how soon the product should be used after opening. | If I’m only making a small batch, I want to be able to use all the yoghurt within the stated time. This would be the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming Greek yoghurt, skyr and high-protein dairy products are interchangeable
Their compositions can differ. The Auchan plain Greek yoghurt listing shows 10 g of fat per 100 g, while HiPRO Nature contains 0.1 g per 100 g. HiPRO Nature is described as a high-protein dairy product, not Greek yoghurt.
For biscuit dough, start with the ingredient specified in the recipe. If you’d like to use something else, compare the ingredients and try a small batch first.
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Opening a 1 kg tub without planning how to use the rest
Auchan’s listings state that its 1 kg plain Greek yoghurt should be eaten within four days of opening, while its 1 kg LYNOS Greek yoghurt should be eaten within three days. These timeframes apply to the specific products listed.
Before buying, add up the quantities needed for your recipes and choose a pack size that fits the instructions on the packaging.
A large tub can lead to waste if you can’t use the rest in time.
Brands and ranges to know
Carrefour Extra
The range includes plain Greek-style yoghurt in a 1 kg tub, worth considering if several recipes call for it.
- Carrefour’s listing gives the ingredients as whole milk, cream, milk proteins and cultures, and shows 8.6 g of fat per 100 g.
- For one small recipe, check that you’ll be able to use the rest of the tub after opening.
Auchan
Auchan plain Greek yoghurt comes in a 1 kg tub for recipes that need a larger quantity.
- Its listing shows 10 g of fat and 7 g of protein per 100 g.
- The listing says to store it between +2 °C and +6 °C and eat it within four days of opening.
Danone
The Carrefour catalogue features Danone plain Greek-style yoghurt in four 110 g pots. Compare this pack size with the amount needed for a small recipe.
- The separate pots mean you only need to open as many portions as you need for your recipe.
- The pack contains 440 g in total, so check how much you’ll need if you’re planning several batches.
LYNOS
Auchan’s listing features LYNOS plain Greek yoghurt, made with cow’s milk and sold in a 1 kg tub.
- It shows 10 g of fat per 100 g and states that the product is made in Greece.
- It should be stored between +2 °C and +6 °C and eaten within three days of opening.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you use Greek-style yoghurt in biscuits?
Yes, some biscuit recipes call for it. For example, Maison Jock has published a recipe using Greek-style yoghurt, ground almonds, ground hazelnuts and rolled oats. Follow the quantities in your chosen recipe rather than assuming all dairy products will give the same result.
When should you choose a 1 kg tub instead of small pots?
A 1 kg tub is a good choice if your recipes need a large amount and you can use the rest after opening. For a small recipe, compare this size with the Danone pack of four 110 g pots featured in the Carrefour catalogue.
How long can you keep Greek yoghurt after opening?
Follow the storage time and temperature shown on the packaging for the product you’ve bought. The listing for Auchan’s 1 kg plain Greek yoghurt says to store it between +2 °C and +6 °C and eat it within four days of opening. The listing for LYNOS 1 kg Greek yoghurt gives a three-day timeframe after opening.
Can skyr replace Greek yoghurt in biscuit dough?
Don’t assume it’s a straightforward substitute if your recipe calls for Greek yoghurt. Yoplait’s listing for Skyr Nature shows less than 0.5 g of fat per 100 g, compared with 8.6 g and 10 g per 100 g respectively for the Carrefour Extra and Auchan Greek yoghurts featured here. Choose a recipe designed for the product you’re using, or try a small batch first.