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Creamy Instant Pot Yogurt Recipe

  • Author: Christina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 4 servings (1 cup each) 1x
  • Category: Breakfast/Dessert
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Transform your breakfast with this effortless homemade yogurt, crafted in your Instant Pot for a fresh and creamy treat that’s perfect for any time of day.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1/2 gallon whole milk (or low-fat/nonfat)
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt with live cultures

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Instant Pot: Pour half a gallon of milk into the Instant Pot. Set it to the 'yogurt' setting and press 'adjust' until it reads 'boil.'
  2. Cool Down: Once the milk reaches 180°F (82°C), remove the inner pot and let it cool to about 110°F (43°C).
  3. Add the Starter: In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt with some warm milk until smooth. Whisk this mixture back into the cooled milk.
  4. Incubate: Return the inner pot to the Instant Pot base, close the lid (no sealing required), and set it to 'yogurt' for 8 hours for tangy yogurt.
  5. Chill Out: After incubation, transfer yogurt to containers and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to thicken further.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Stir gently before serving. Top with fruits or honey if desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use whole milk for creamier yogurt; low-fat options yield thinner results. Feel free to experiment by adding vanilla extract, honey, or fruit puree before sealing the pot.