Homemade Yogurt Recipe 😊😍

 Homemade Yogurt Recipe 😊😍

Ingredients

(for about 1 liter):

1 liter of milk (whole or semi-skimmed, preferably fresh)

2 tablespoons of plain yogurt (with live cultures, as a base/yeast)

1 tablespoon of sugar or honey (optional, for flavor)

Instructions:

Heat the milk: Pour the milk into a saucepan and heat over medium heat until it reaches about 85°C (almost boiling, but not boiling). Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Cool the milk: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the milk cool to about 45°C (warm, comfortable to the touch).

Add the yeast: In a small bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt with a little of the warm milk to dissolve. Then, add this mixture to the remaining milk and stir well.

Fermentation:

Transfer the milk to a glass or ceramic container with a lid.

Keep the container in a warm place (about 40-45°C) for 6 to 12 hours. You can use a yogurt maker, wrap the container in a towel, and place it in a turned-off oven or in a cooler with warm water.

Check the consistency:

After the fermentation time, the yogurt should be firm. The longer it ferments, the more acidic it will become.

Refrigerate: Refrigerate the yogurt for at least 4 hours before serving to firm it up further and improve its flavor.

Serve: Add honey, fresh fruit, granola, or other toppings to taste.