Creamy Dreamy Pressure Cooker Yogurt 🍶✨

Making yogurt at home is not only rewarding but also incredibly easy when using a pressure cooker! This creamy, tangy yogurt can be enjoyed on its own or customized with fruits, honey, granola, or any toppings you desire. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even a healthy dessert!

Ingredients

For the yogurt base

• 4 cups of whole milk (or any milk of your choice)
• 1/2 cup of plain yogurt (with live cultures)

Optional sweeteners

• 2-3 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup (to taste)

Flavors (optional)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Prep the Milk: Pour the milk into your pressure cooker. If using, add the sweeteners, vanilla extract, and salt at this stage for a subtle flavor boost.

2. Heat the Milk: Close the lid of the pressure cooker. Select the “Yogurt” setting (if available) or manually set to low heat. Heat the milk until it reaches about 180°F (82°C). If your pressure cooker doesn’t have a thermometer, just bring it to a gentle simmer—bubbles should form around the edges.

🥄 Make sure to stir occasionally to prevent scorching on the bottom of the pot.

3. Cool the Milk: Once heated, unplug the pressure cooker and let the milk cool to approximately 110°F (43°C). You can speed this up by placing the insert in an ice bath or letting it sit for about 15-30 minutes.

4. Add the Yogurt Cultures: In a small bowl, mix the plain yogurt with a cup of the cooled milk until smooth. Then, gently whisk this mixture back into the pot of cooled milk.

5. Incubate the Yogurt: Return the lid to the pressure cooker. If it has a yogurt setting, select it and set the time for 8-12 hours. If not, just keep the lid on in a warm spot. The longer you let it sit, the tangier the yogurt will become!

🕒 Ideal incubation time is around 8-10 hours, but feel free to adjust based on your taste preference.

6. Finish Up: After incubation, check the yogurt. It should be thick and creamy. If it’s not as thick as you’d like, let it sit for another hour or two.

7. Chill: Transfer the yogurt to clean, airtight containers and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. This will help thicken it further and enhance the flavors.

8. Enjoy: Serve plain, or customize with your favorite toppings—fresh fruit, nuts, granola, or a drizzle of honey!

🍯 Feel free to reserve a few tablespoons of your homemade yogurt to use as a starter for the next batch!

Variations

• Fruit-Infused Yogurt: Blend fresh or frozen fruits into the yogurt after it has set, or layer them on top for a delicious parfait.
• Dairy-Free: Use coconut milk or almond milk combined with a vegan yogurt starter for a plant-based option. Make sure the milk has sufficient fat for creaminess!
• Greek Yogurt: For a thicker consistency, strain the yogurt in a cheesecloth-lined strainer for a few hours after it’s set.
• Flavor Boosters: Experiment with spices like cinnamon or cardamom or add a little matcha for a unique twist!

Enjoy your homemade yogurt adventures! 🥄🍓