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\n<\/picture>\n\n\t\t\t\t Hi Bold Bakers!<\/p>\n \t\t\t<\/p>\n .WHY YOU\u2019LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: <\/strong>Learn How to Make Homemade Greek Yogurt<\/strong>, and you\u2019ll be rewarded with gorgeously thick, creamy yogurt with a wonderful, fresh flavor. DIY Greek Yogurt<\/strong> is surprisingly easy, and you\u2019ll love saving money with this kitchen staple!<\/em><\/p>\n Greek Yogurt<\/strong> is a go-to ingredient, and it\u2019s incredible how it adapts to whatever you want. Whether it\u2019s in a sweet<\/a> or a savory recipe<\/a>, or used as a thickener, as a substitute for sour cream,<\/a> in a dip, in smoothies,<\/a> or to add lush texture and unique flavor to baked goods<\/a>, Greek Yogurt<\/strong> is one of those best all-around players in the kitchen, You can use your batch in Bigger Bolder recipes like Blueberry Muffin Smoothie<\/a>, High Protein Bread<\/a>, No-Bake Funfetti Cheesecake<\/a>, George\u2019s Healthy Breakfast Muffins<\/a>, and Frozen Yogurt Pops<\/a>.<\/p>\n I hadn\u2019t made yogurt in a few years, and honestly, I expected the process to be fussy and complicated \u2014 but to my delight, it was anything but! Making homemade Greek yogurt is surprisingly easy<\/strong>, and you don\u2019t need any special equipment<\/strong>. With my simple recipe, there\u2019s no need to buy a yogurt maker<\/strong> because YOU are the yogurt maker (congrats!). Even though it\u2019s straightforward, this might be a new kitchen adventure for you, so I recommend reading the recipe through twice and watching the video below before you start.<\/strong> After that, you\u2019ll be ready to make the easiest Greek yogurt ever<\/strong>! Rest assured \u2014 my recipe isn\u2019t finicky. I\u2019ve streamlined the method to give you clear, precise instructions so you\u2019ll feel confident every step of the way. I hope you love your homemade Greek yogurt, and be sure to let me know how it turns out in the comments!<\/p>\n FULL (PRINTABLE) RECIPE BELOW!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Yes, it\u2019s safe. Discard the yogurt after one week. Making Greek yogurt taste good is a matter of personal opinion- do you crave a robust tang, or do you like it milder? Yes, Greek Yogurt<\/strong> is a dairy product. Traditionally, it is made with sheep or cow milk, but in the United States, Greek-style yogurt like ours is made with cow\u2019s milk.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Greek Yogurt<\/strong> has lactose, but it has significantly less lactose than regular yogurt. Yes, you can absolutely make Greek Yogurt<\/strong> in an Instant Pot. You will need a model with a \u201cyogurt\u201d setting. Yes, dogs and cats can eat plain Greek yogurt without sweeteners in moderation (a small spoonful on top of regular food).
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Table of Contents<\/h2>\n
What is Greek Yogurt?<\/h2>\n
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Key Ingredients and Why<\/h2>\n
Whole milk<\/h3>\n
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Plain yogurt<\/a><\/h3>\n
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How to Make Greek Yogurt<\/h2>\n
Make the yogurt<\/h3>\n
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Set the yogurt<\/h3>\n
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Strain the yogurt<\/h3>\n
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Gemma\u2019s Pro Chef Tips<\/h2>\n
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Make Ahead and Storage Instructions<\/h2>\n
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FAQs<\/h2>\n
Cooking the yogurt to 180\u00b0F (82\u00b0C)<\/strong> pasteurizes the milk and kills any bacteria.
Additionally, adding the active cultures from yogurt ferments the milk into yogurt, adding good bacteria.
The yogurt is good for up to one week.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
If you see any of these signs before one week, discard the yogurt: Mold
A curdled texture or grey color
An unpleasant odor
A chemical-like flavor.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
To make tangier homemade Greek Yogurt:<\/strong> Use a yogurt starter that has a bold, tangy flavor you enjoy.
Allow the yogurt to set (ferment) longer. Fermenting it from 8 to 12 hours<\/strong> will give it more oomph. Note: after 6 hours of fermentation, taste test every 2 hours to see if it\u2019s tangy enough<\/strong>.
Add a little squeeze of fresh lemon juice after the fermentation.
To make milder homemade Greek Yogurt:<\/strong> Use a yogurt starter that\u2019s milder.
Ferment for a slightly shorter time. Letting the yogurt set for 5 hours instead of 6<\/strong> will lessen the tanginess.
When the yogurt is done, stir in a teaspoon of cream to add a milder flavor.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
It has 30-50% less lactose than regular yogurt<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
Here\u2019s how to make yogurt in an instant pot: Heat the milk using the \u201cyogurt\u201d setting.
Cool the milk, stir in the starter, and let the mixture sit for 6-12 hours<\/strong>.
Strain the yogurt.
You can choose the method that\u2019s right for you, but I prefer the stovetop Greek Yogurt<\/strong> recipe because it requires no special equipment and is interesting and fun<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
The probiotics help digestion.
It\u2019s a good source of protein.
Note that some cats might be sensitive to the dairy.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n
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