Best Frozen Yogurt in Astoria. The newest ice cream and frozen yogurt trend in Astoria is here to stay. From Fresk'o to Vanilla Sky to Mama Frozen Yogurt and more, there is no better excuse to indulge in a dish of ice cream or, better yet, frozen yogurt and revisit your best childhood memories.

A better for you alternative to ice cream, frozen yogurt is sheer happiness in a cup. Cool and comforting, Froyo is simply delicious on its own or topped off with fresh fruit. Whether you're seeking relief from the heat or are just in the mood for a frozen treat, from Ditmars to Broadway, Astoria has some really tempting Froyo options. Before heading over to one of Astoria's top Froyo spots, let's take a quick look at the very cool history of frozen yogurt. Froyo is lower in fat than ice cream.

　
Frozen yogurt has been around since the 1970s but really took off in the 80s and early 90s. After a while, perhaps due to oversaturation of the marketplace, consumer demand leveled off. But Froyo would not be off the national radar screen for long.
　
John Wudel invented various live probiotic powder-based mixes that took the preparation of frozen yogurt to the next level. He also pioneered the use of alternative sweeteners that made a huge impact on the frozen dessert business. By 2006-2007, Froyo was once again satisfying America's cravings for something cold, delicious and different. Whether you purchased it at the local supermarket or a store like Pink Berry, frozen yogurt was all the rage once again.
　
Most traditionalists make their Froyo tart or extra-tart to stay true to the original recipe. Other retailers and companies use a process that makes the yogurt taste smoother, like icecream or custard. Some stores now offer consumers both taste options. You can go classic or smooth as silk.

32 Degrees FroYo Lounge - Astoria

Located at 32-42 31st Street, is a great place to start our frozen yogurt sampling. The ambience here is casual, modern and chic, as well as family friendly. Like many coffee bars/cafes, 32 Degrees offers free Wi-Fi so that you can use the computer while enjoying your yogurt.
　
The front of the store is wide open on nice days, making for an outdoor seating experience, if you're lucky enough to score a table near the entrance. 32 Degrees makes the self-serve concept part of the fun. There are over 408 flavors and 50 toppings to choose from. The owners take pride that their kosher-certified frozen yogurt is healthy, low calorie, and high in calcium and protein.

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32 Degrees says that their yogurt has live and active cultures that help boost the immune system and aid in the digestive process. They recommend the Fruit-Yo bowl, which is any size cup you choose, filled with frozen goodness and surrounded by berries, bananas and even more luscious fruit. The flavors they swirl here range from Alpine-Yo-Nilla, Choc-Yo-Late classic, Cookies-Yo-Cream, Georgia-Yo-Peach to Cap-Yo-Chino and Luscious Lemon.
　
If you want to be a little bad, the friendly staff at 32 Degrees understands, so get fruit another time and indulge all you like from their toppings bar. It's a sweet indulgence that you deserve after a long day at work and waiting for your train on the hot, crowded platform. At 32 Degrees FroYo Lounge, it's all about treating yourself well and making it your way.

Vanilla Sky - Astoria

At 33-18 Broadway, Vanilla Sky is a cozy retreat where you can escape from the cares of the day and enjoy not just superb Froyo, but Greek-style spinach and cheese pies, cupcakes, coffee and their "All Shook Up" line of ice cold shakes.
　
Yes, there's a lot of variety at Vanilla Sky and they do everything exceptionally well. But what Vanilla Sky is really all about is great hospitality, a fantastic backroom lounge, custom designed to chill out in, and Frozen Yogurt. Swirls of it. No matter what you order here, do yourself a favor and accompany it with a cup of their yogurt with toppings. Besides Froyo, they proudly serve Fage authentic Greek yogurt.
　
Vanilla Sky's Mission is to: "Strive to bring people together for the most flavorful, natural and fun frozen yogurt experience while promoting a healthier lifestyle."
　
Upon entering the environs of Vanilla Sky, customers can order their Froyo, specialty sweets or iced coffee at the counter. Then take your treat for a short stroll down a hallway into the lounge. There are plenty of tables here and the overall atmosphere is a bit like an indoor garden. Vanilla Sky is very conscious regarding the nutritional content of their Froyo. Their website, www.vanillaskyus.com, even contains an extremely detailed nutrition facts page. There is no cookie-cutter, chainstore feel about this place. Like the products they serve, Vanilla Sky is a one-of-a-kind, quality Froyo/Greek pastry and pie experience.

Mama Frozen Yogurt - Astoria

Mama self serve frozen yogurt, at 35-04 30th Avenue, has established a reliable reputation as the go-to place for Froyo in the surrounding neighborhood. If it's flavorful and healthy, it must be Mama's.
　
Mama's high culture process raises the bar on including beneficial live and active cultures to their Froyo. Their nonfat variety of Froyo is crafted to provide a creamy texture. If your lifestyle includes weight management or you need to control your sugar intake for health reasons, the good news is you can still indulge in Froyo. Mama's menu informs customers that their product not only meets but exceeds the requirements set forth by the National Yogurt Association for frozen yogurt.

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Mama's no-sugar-added flavors include Blueberry, Cheesecake, Coffee and Mint Froyo, as well as Strawberry. There's nothing more refreshing on a 90-degree high-humidity day than sorbet. So light and cold. Mama's nondairy sorbet comes in Key-Lime, Mango-Tango and Very-Berry. Regular flavors encompass over 27 choices such as Dulce de Leche, Green Tea, original Vanilla Tart, Chocolate and Cake batter.
　
The decor at Mama's is cute and colorful. Love those red stools and round lighting fixtures hanging from the ceiling. Mama's is quirky and fun with first-rate Froyo being served up to regular customers who can't get enough.

Fresk'o - Astoria

"Once a day just isn't enough" is the tagline at Froyo's new kid on the block, Fresk'o. Situated on the corner at 31-19 30th Avenue, Fresk'o is like a beacon beckoning Come on Over and Enjoy to Froyo lovers throughout Astoria. And no matter how discerning their taste buds are, Froyo fans will like everything about Fresk'o.
　
Fresk'o may be brand new, but there's a lot of family history and yogurt-making knowhow going on here. The entrepreneur behind Fresk'o is lifelong Astoria resident and community activist Gus Prentzas.
　
For over 75 years, the Prentzas family has been in the yogurt business. In Greece, yogurt is part of the culture. Gus and his team at Fresk'o want to keep all that is good about the traditional style of yogurt and jazz it up.
　
They offer fresh and frozen Greek yogurt as well as the Froyo you know and love. At Fresk'o, playing the field is encouraged. There are so very many choices. The topping selections are more than the usual sprinkles and chocolate chips.
　
You can stop in for breakfast, grab a cup of coffee, a Froyo or a cup of Greek yogurt and get your cereal fix! Morning munchies include cheerios, cocoa krispies, Cap'n Crunch, fruit loops and granola. The fresh and fruity toppings include hard-to-find fruits like Mandarin oranges and cherries.

　
As a reward for being good in the AM by ordering a Greek yogurt cup with fruit, indulge yourself, after work, with a Froyo and some sinfully tempting toppings. The oh-so-saucy options feature hot fudge, marshmallow cream, honey and peanut butter. Sweet/salty and savory toppings run the gamut from chocolate covered peanuts, sunflower seeds and walnuts to cheesecake bites, mini Reese's Pieces and Oreo cookie crumbs.
　
The business is truly a labor of love for owner Gus Prentzas. Fresk'o wants you to get Fresk'y. Their hours are Sunday-Thursday, 8 AM-11 PM, Friday-Saturday, 8 AM-Midnight.
Call Fresk'o at (718) 278-8250 and check out today's flavors.