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How To Make Homemade Kefir

A super easy guide on how to make homemade kefir. This fermented milk drink is full of beneficial bacteria and simple to make with just 2 ingredients!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 82 kcal
Course: Drinks

Ingredients

  • 250 ml fresh whole milk I used a2 Milk™
  • 1 tablespoon milk kefir grains or powder

Instructions

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  1. Start by placing the kefir grains or powder into the jar, then pour the milk in.
  2. Cover the jar with the lid, but do not close it all the way, to allow the kefir to “breath”. Alternatively, cover the jar with a cheesecloth and secure with a band. Allow the kefir to sit at room temperature (ideally between 19-24 degrees) for about 24 hours.
  3. Once the 24 hours have passed, gently stir the kefir. It's ok if it's a little too thick, once strained it will reach a thinner consistency. Using a strainer or kitchen cloth*, strain the prepared mixture into another jar, to separate the grains from the ready-to-drink kefir.
  4. *If you’re using the milk kefir powder, you don’t necessarily need to strain, and the kefir is ready to drink immediately.
  5. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Drink kefir straight-up, or add it to smoothies, lassi or to smoothie bowls. You can also use it in place of yogurt/buttermilk/milk when baking cakes, muffins or pancakes.

Notes

  • Store milk kefir in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can also store it in the freezer for up to 1 month. 
  • Store milk kefir in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can also store it in the freezer for up to 1 month. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 82kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 16mg (5%) Sodium 53mg (2%) Potassium 193mg (6%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 224IU (4%) Calcium 168mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 82

% Daily Value*

Calories 82kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 53mg 2%
Potassium 193mg 4%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 224IU 4%
Calcium 168mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.