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How to Make Yogurt

Whip up a batch of creamy homemade yogurt on the stovetop with just two simple ingredients and a few easy steps - no fancy equipment needed!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
16 hrs 30 mins
Total Time
17 hrs
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 64 kcal
Course: Others
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • ½ gallon whole or 2% milk
  • ½ cup plain whole-milk yogurt room temperature

Instructions

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  1. Pour the milk into a large pot over high heat. Stir occasionally until it just comes to a boil or a temperature of at least 200℉, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat immediately.
  2. Allow it to cool down enough that you can stick your pinky finger in and handle the heat for 10 seconds. It will have a temperature between 110-115℉, which should take about 30 minutes, depending on the temperature of your kitchen.
  3. Place half a cup of the milk at this temperature into a small bowl with the yogurt starter and stir to combine. Transfer that mixture into the milk in the pot and whisk to combine. If a skin forms on the surface of the milk you can remove or stir into the mixture.
  4. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and lay 2 large bath towels over to keep it warm in a warm spot in your kitchen, for at least 8 hours or overnight. The longer you leave it outside, the more firm and tangy it will become.
  5. After that time, place the pot in the fridge to allow it to continue to thicken for at least 8 hours. After that point the yogurt is ready to be enjoyed.

Notes

  • Yield: This recipe makes two quarts of yogurt. If you strain it to make Greek yogurt, the yield will be reduced to 1-1 1/2 quarts. 
  • Storage: After the yogurt has fermented to your liking, transfer it to an airtight container or glass jars and store in the fridge for up to two weeks.
  • Tips: Mind the temperature: Cover the pot of yogurt with towels to maintain a warm temperature and cool down slowly.
  • Change taste and texture: Leave the yogurt at room temperature for up to 48 hours. The longer it sits out, the more sour the taste and the thicker the consistency.

Nutrition Information

Calories 64kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 59mg (2%) Potassium 177mg (5%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 128IU (3%) Vitamin C 0.3mg (0%) Calcium 151mg (15%) Iron 0.03mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 64

% Daily Value*

Calories 64kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 59mg 2%
Potassium 177mg 4%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 128IU 3%
Vitamin C 0.3mg 0%
Calcium 151mg 15%
Iron 0.03mg 0%

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