Do you ever wander through the dairy aisle, feeling overwhelmed by the variety of yogurts available? You're not alone! For yogurt enthusiasts, the last few years have been a culinary journey, from the dessert-like creaminess of Australian Noosa to the healthful balance of high-protein, low-sugar Icelandic skyr by Siggi's. Most of us, however, have probably settled on Greek yogurt as a household staple. But wait! France is stepping into the yogurt game, and it's turning heads.
Yoplait, a giant in the yogurt industry, felt the heat from the Greek yogurt craze and decided to reintroduce itself with a new product: Oui French-style yogurt. So, is this fancy yogurt worth your time and money? We took a deep dive into Oui to bring you the ins and outs of this creamy delight. For those focusing on a balanced breakfast, this could be an interesting addition to your meal plans for effective weight loss.
What Sets Oui Apart from Greek Yogurt?
When we first heard about "French Style Yogurt," we were as puzzled as you are. What makes it French? Well, the secret lies in how it's made. Unlike Greek and traditional yogurts, which are usually prepared in large vats and then portioned into individual containers, Oui takes a different approach. Known as "pot-set," this method involves pouring the ingredients directly into the glass jar in which the yogurt is sold.
In simpler terms, whole milk, pure cane sugar, fruit flavoring (if you opt for a fruity variant), and yogurt cultures are combined in a single jar. This mixture is then allowed to set and culture for a solid eight hours. This isn't a new-age technique; it's actually an old-fashioned way of making yogurt. If your parents were part of the homemade yogurt wave of the '60s and '70s, this method will sound familiar.
According to Yoplait Director Doug Martin, this method is "the simplest way to make yogurt, but it's also the hardest to do at scale." So, does this hard-to-scale product offer nutritional benefits that make it worth the extra effort?
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Nutritional Showdown: Oui vs. The Rest
We flipped the jars of Oui yogurt to scrutinize the nutrition facts and see how they stack up against their Greek and traditional counterparts. When it comes to protein, the Strawberry-flavored Oui offers less—only 5 grams—compared to Greek yogurts with fruit at the bottom, which typically contain between 11 and 12 grams. However, Oui has a winning edge when it comes to sugar content.
For example, Dannon's Strawberry Fruit on the Bottom has a whopping 22 grams of sugar, while Oui and Chobani both contain just 15 grams. If you are watching your sugar intake, this is certainly a point in Oui's favor.
Moreover, Oui keeps things simple with eight or fewer ingredients in its yogurts. The Strawberry flavor has just seven components, including whole milk, which comes from cows raised on non-GMO feed. But let's be honest, even 15 grams of sugar can be a bit too much, especially when you realize that a Chocolate Frosted Donut from Dunkin Donuts contains about the same amount of sugar.
For those watching their waistlines, Oui's plain yogurt is a safer bet with only 6 grams of sugar, just two more than Chobani's Whole-Milk Plain yogurt. After reaching out to Yoplait's customer service, we found out that both versions are full of live cultures, which are good for your gut and known to aid digestion, reduce belly bloat, and help control weight.
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The Final Word
Is Oui worth a try? We say, absolutely—just opt for the plain variant if you're watching your sugar and fat intake. This creamy treat is now available in most major supermarkets and even on Amazon Fresh. Plus, Yoplait has taken an eco-friendly step by packaging their product in recyclable glass jars. This not only helps to preserve the yogurt's quality but also minimizes our carbon footprint.
So, whether you're a dedicated Greek yogurt fan or just looking for something new, give Oui a try. It's a delightful way to bring a bit of France into your daily routine while benefiting from its good-for-your-gut cultures. And who knows, it might just claim a permanent spot in your fridge!
