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Wooden spoon with kefir grains beside a pint jar of milk kefir.

How to Make Milk Kefir

Discover the joy of homemade milk kefir! Learn simple steps to ferment your own kefir at home, boosting health & saving money.

Equipment

  • Clean quart jar
  • Lid or coffee filter with rubber band

Ingredients
  

  • 1 - 2 TBSP Kefir Grains
  • 1 Quart Milk (4 cups)

Instructions
 

  • Add milk to a clean quart jar.
  • Add 1-2 TBSP of active milk Kefir grains.
  • Loosely put on a canning lid or cover with coffee filter and rubber band.
  • Place jar in a warm place in the kitchen where it will not be disturbed.
  • Leave to ferment for 12 to 36 hours, until the desired thickness and taste is achieved.
  • Put in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight. (This step produces a thicker end product.)
  • Using a mesh strainer, strain out the grains from the kefir. You will need to use a non-metallic utensil to work the kefir through the strainer.
  • Make a fresh batch of Kefir by placing the grains in a jar of fresh milk and complete the cycle again.
  • Use the kefir in your favorite recipe or enjoy as a delicious drink.
Keyword Kefir, Milk Kefir
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