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Yogurt recipe

erynwhalen
This homemade yogurt recipe uses whole milk and a bit of live-culture yogurt to create a creamy, tangy treat that's perfect for the whole family. Easy to follow and customizable, it's a cost-effective way to enjoy fresh, organic yogurt every week.





Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Dairy
Cuisine American
Servings 2 quarts
Calories 72 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups of milk raw or store-bought
  • 4 tablespoons of yogurt with live cultures

Instructions
 

  • Heat the milk to 180°F using your preferred method (Instant Pot, stove, Crock Pot).
    Cool the milk to 110°F.
    Remove 1 cup of the warmed milk and place it in a separate bowl.
    Whisk in 4 tablespoons of yogurt until well combined.
    Pour the yogurt mixture back into the pot of milk and stir thoroughly.
    Incubate at a steady temperature of around 110°F for 6-8 hours.
    Check the consistency; if set, refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
    Store in airtight containers and save a bit of yogurt as a starter for your next batch.

Notes

I hope you enjoy making and eating your homemade yogurt as much as we do. It’s a healthy, delicious treat that brings a little bit of our homestead into your kitchen. Enjoy!
Keyword dairy, yogurt