How to make homemade yogurt with and without a yogurt maker?

In addition to often being much healthier than those sold in supermarkets, homemade yogurts are very simple to make and infinitely customizable. We reveal all our tips and tricks for making them a success, even without a yogurt maker.

The basics of homemade yogurt

Introduced to Europe by the Turks at the beginning of the 11the century, yogurt is a preparation made from fermented milk. During fermentation, lactic acid bacteria, called “ferments”, will transform the milk sugar – lactose – into lactic acid, which will give the yogurt its creamy texture and slightly acidic taste. When consumed, it is these bacteria, still alive, which soothe our intestinal flora.

In France, it is King François 1er who, following stomach aches, would have imported this dish in the middle of the 16e century, and its success is such that France is now one of the largest consumers of yogurt in Europe.

Choice of milk

For this recipe, you can use animal milk (cow, sheep, goat, etc.) and/or vegetable milk (soy, almond, rice, etc.), but it is important to note that the final result will differ depending on your choice. Vegetable milk, rich in water, will give a less creamy yogurt. It is therefore preferable, if you wish to use this type of drink, to opt for soy milk in order to obtain a texture close to “classic” yogurts.

The best option remains fresh or pasteurized whole milk, which will produce firm and creamy yogurts.

Method

In order for the milk to ferment properly, you must add lactic ferments purchased in pharmacies. But you can also use a natural yogurt which already contains these ferments. You can of course use a yogurt from your own production, provided that it is not too old (2-3 days), to prevent the ferments from losing their effectiveness. If you use yogurt instead of ferments, beat it well with a whisk before adding the milk so that the final texture is uniform.

For fermentation to take place, the milk must be cold or at least lukewarm, in fact the ferments are only activated below 40°C. We then divide the mixture into small pots, then place everything in a yogurt maker, without a lid, for several hours (between 8 and 10) according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

How to make homemade yogurt without a yogurt maker

If you don't have a machine, no problem, just heat water in a pot, then place your filled pots with their lids, before closing everything, and putting in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes. It is also possible to leave it in the sun for 4 to 6 hours, if it is warm enough. Good to know: the more time the yogurts have spent in the heat, the more acidic they will be.

Flavor your yogurt

To vary the pleasures, simply add spices, fruits, or even jam to the basic mixture. For fruit yogurts, it is best not to use fresh fruit directly; their acidity could harm the fermentation process. We cook them before or puree them. You can even infuse herbs or tea into your milk before adding the ferments, for a yogurt flavored with fig leaves for example.

Drinking yogurts

Want a homemade yogurt drink? Simply reduce the quantity of ferment by half, and shake lightly before consumption. Nothing's easier !

Whether for breakfast with cereals, for dessert, in salad or even served as an accompaniment with spinach, here are our gourmet recipes for homemade yogurt or using this ingredient.

Petits-suisses with fruits and probiotics

  • 6 persons
  • Level: Very easy
  • 20 minutes of preparation
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Greek yogurt, cucumber, mint and honey dip

Greek yogurt, cucumber, mint and honey dip
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
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Homemade sundae

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  • 1 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
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Homemade Labneh

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  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 5 minutes of preparation
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  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 5 minutes of preparation
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Fontainebleau house

Fontainebleau house
  • 2 persons
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
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Cucumber and dill salad, labneh

Cucumber and dill salad, labneh
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
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tzatziki

tzatziki
  • 6 persons
  • Level: Easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
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Mango Thiakry

Mango Thiakry
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
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Fennel and sweet vinaigrette, faitselle

Fennel and sweet vinaigrette, faitselle
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
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Borani esfenaj with yogurt and spinach

Borani esfenaj with yogurt and spinach
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
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Labné and brocoletti

Labné and brocoletti
  • 4 people
  • Level: Easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
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Meatless meatballs and tzatziki

Meatless meatballs and tzatziki
  • 4 people
  • Level: Easy
  • 20 minutes of preparation
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Breakfast yogurt, tahini and muesli

Breakfast yogurt, tahini and muesli
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 5 minutes of preparation
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Garlic and sumac tzatziki

Garlic and sumac tzatziki
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
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Yogurt with tahini and rose dukkha

Yogurt with tahini and rose dukkha
  • 2 persons
  • Level: Very easy
  • 5 minutes of preparation
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Yogurts with caramel sauce

Yogurts with caramel sauce
  • 6 persons
  • Level: Easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
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Homemade yogurt with lime and tuiles

Homemade yogurt with lime and tuiles
  • 4 people
  • Level: Easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
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