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Homemade Yogurt


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 6 hours
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make homemade yogurt with just a few simple ingredients and steps!


Ingredients

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  • 42 ounces Organic milk (whole, 2% or skim)
  • 1 packet Yogurt starter (live cultures)

Instructions

  1. First things first you gotta heat the milk in your pot over medium heat. Stir it every now and then so it doesn’t scorch.
  2. Keep going till it hits about 180°F. That’s when the proteins get ready to make the creamy texture you want.
  3. Pull the pot off the heat and let your milk cool down to roughly 110°F. This is where the starter cultures get happy and alive.
  4. Stir in your yogurt starter really well until it’s all mixed in smooth.
  5. Pour this combo into your nice clean container and cover it up with your lid or towel so no strangers get in.
  6. Place the container somewhere warm and draft-free for like 6 to 12 hours. This incubation is the slow release phase of flavor building.
  7. After it’s firmed up good, stick it in the fridge for a couple hours to chill before you dig in.

Notes

  • Ensure your containers are clean to avoid contamination.
  • The timing for incubation can vary based on your desired tartness and firmness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 180 minutes
  • Category: Dairy
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg