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Homemade Drinkable Yogurt

Homemade Drinkable Yogurt
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Homemade Drinkable Yogurt is a smooth, tangy, and probiotic-rich beverage made from whole milk and plain yogurt starter. This refreshing and nutritious yogurt drink can be customized with various flavors and sweeteners to suit your taste, providing a healthy snack or breakfast option that supports digestion and energy.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt starter with active live cultures
  • 1 cup water (to thin the yogurt, adjust to desired consistency)

Optional Sweeteners and Flavorings

  • Honey, maple syrup, or sugar (to taste)
  • Fresh fruits (e.g., berries, mango, peaches)
  • Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
  • Cinnamon, cardamom, or nutmeg (a pinch)

Instructions

  1. Heat the Milk: Gently heat the whole milk on the stove until it reaches about 180°F (82°C) to kill any unwanted bacteria and prepare the milk proteins for fermentation, ensuring a smooth consistency.
  2. Cool the Milk: Allow the heated milk to cool to approximately 110°F (43°C), the optimal temperature for yogurt cultures to thrive without heat damage.
  3. Add the Yogurt Starter: Mix 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt starter into a cup of cooled milk to make a smooth blend, then stir this mixture back into the larger batch of milk until fully combined.
  4. Incubate the Yogurt: Cover the mixture and keep it warm at around 110°F (43°C) for 6 to 12 hours using a yogurt maker, warm oven, or insulated container to develop the tangy flavor and probiotics.
  5. Thin the Yogurt: After fermentation, gradually stir in cold water until reaching your preferred drinkable consistency.
  6. Chill and Flavor: Refrigerate the yogurt for a couple of hours before serving, then add optional flavors like honey, vanilla, or fruit purees to taste.

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality whole milk for creamier and better-flavored yogurt.
  • Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor heating and incubation temperatures accurately.
  • Sanitize all jars and utensils to prevent contamination and off flavors.
  • Taste the yogurt starting at 6 hours of fermentation and every hour after to achieve your desired tanginess.
  • Reserve some homemade yogurt to use as a starter for your next batch, maintaining live cultures.

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