Homemade Yogurt in the Oven Recipe

Homemade Yogurt Recipe

This homemade yogurt is simple to prepare and incredibly delicious. With just two ingredients and a bit of patience, you'll have fresh yogurt that beats store-bought every time!

Ingredients

• 1 gallon whole milk
• 1 cup plain yogurt with active cultures

Directions

Step 1: Preheat your oven for 10 minutes at its lowest temperature, around 170F (77C), using the self-cleaning function. Once done, turn the oven off but keep the door closed to gently warm the oven walls, letting them heat up for about 50 minutes.

Step 2: Pour the whole milk into a heavy pot and set it over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the milk reaches 185F (85C) on an instant-read thermometer. This should take around 15 minutes. After reaching the desired temperature, remove from heat and let it cool down to 115F (46C).

Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of the cooled milk with the plain yogurt. Stir until well incorporated.

Step 4: Pour the yogurt and milk mixture back into the pot with the remaining cooled milk and stir to combine.

Step 5: Ladle the milk mixture into 5 very clean glass canning jars. Secure the lids tightly on the jars.

Step 6: Place the filled jars in the warm oven. Turn the oven light on, but keep the oven off. Leave the jars in the closed oven for 6 hours, allowing the yogurt to set.

Step 7: After 6 hours, carefully remove the jars from the oven without shaking them. Place them in the refrigerator and allow them to thicken for about 2 hours before serving.

Step 8: Store the yogurt in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. Enjoy your fresh homemade yogurt!

Recipe Tips

• If you prefer, you can substitute 1 gallon of 2% milk and 1/2 cup of powdered milk for the whole milk.
• To speed up the cooling process, fill your sink with cold water and place the pot with milk in the water to cool it down more quickly.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories	125
Total Fat	7g (8% Daily Value)
Saturated Fat	4g (19% Daily Value)
Cholesterol	20mg (7% Daily Value)
Sodium	87mg (4% Daily Value)
Total Carbohydrate	10g (4% Daily Value)
Total Sugars	10g
Protein	7g (14% Daily Value)
Calcium	243mg (19% Daily Value)
Potassium	308mg (7% Daily Value)

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is based on available data. If following a medically restrictive diet, consult a doctor or dietitian before preparing this recipe.