How To Make Yoghurt At Home?
By Bornika Das
April 5, 2024
Yoghurt is a creamy and nutritious dairy product that has been cherished for centuries for its health benefits and versatility in the kitchen. Although store-brought yoghurt is convenient, making it at home allows you to customise flavours as per your preference. Here’s a simple recipe for making your own batch of yoghurt:
Ingredients
4 cups of milk (whole or 2% for creamier results) 2 tablespoons of plain yoghurt with live active cultures or leftover yoghurt from your last batch
Step 1
Pour the milk into a saucepan and heat it over medium heat until it reaches just below boiling. Stir frequently to prevent scorching.
Step 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the milk cool until it’s warm. This temperature is ideal for activating yoghurt cultures.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of plain yoghurt with a small amount of warm milk until smooth. Then pour the mixture into the saucepan with the rest of the milk and stir gently to combine.
Step 4
Transfer the milk mixture into a clean glass container. Cover it with a lid or plastic wrap to maintain its warmth. Let it sit undisturbed in one place for 6–8 hours, or until it thickens to the desired consistency.
Step 5
Once the yoghurt has set, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill and firm up further. Serve with your favourite toppings.
