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Homemade Greek Yogurt

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A simple and rewarding recipe for making creamy homemade Greek yogurt, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or desserts.

  • Total Time: 730 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups of milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/4 cup of plain yogurt (with live active cultures)

Instructions

  1. Pour the milk into a saucepan and heat it over medium-low until warm to the touch, avoiding a rolling boil.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the plain yogurt until fully blended.
  3. Pour the mixture into a clean container and cover with a lid or clean towel.
  4. Place the container in a warm spot and let it sit undisturbed for 6 to 12 hours until thickened.
  5. Once thickened, gently stir and refrigerate before serving.

Notes

For a creamier texture, use whole or 2% milk. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 weeks. Flavor with fruits or herbs as desired.

  • Author: alison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 720 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Culturing
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg