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Instant Pot Greek Yogurt

Homemade Greek yogurt in an Instant Pot is a game changer! Follow our easy recipe for a delicious, nutritious treat.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
  • Thermometer
  • Glass jars with airtight lids
  • Metal spoon or whisk

Materials

  • 8 cups Milk
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (store bought) (must have an active starter)

Instructions

  • Pour 8 cups of milk into the Instant Pot.
  • Put on the lid. NO need to turn the Steam Release Valve to seal.
  • Using the "Yogurt" feature on the Instant Pot, select "BOIL"
  • The Instant Pot will beep once it is done the "BOIL" cycle. Carefully remove the lid, it will be steamy.
  • Remove the inner pot and set in a sink of cold water.
  • Stir and monitor the temperature of the milk with a thermometer, until it reaches 100°F-108°F.
  • Dry off the outside of the inner pot and put back into the Instant Pot.
  • Add 1 cup of yogurt. Using a whisk or spoon, mix to incorporate thoroughly.
  • Cover pot with towel and glass lid. (can be any lid that fits)
  • Using the "Yogurt" feature on the Instant Pot select desired time for incubation. Normal times are 8 to 12 hours.
  • Once the incubation time has lapsed. Removed the inner pot with lid to the fridge. I like to leave it in the fridge overnight.
  • If you want a thicker Greek style yogurt, spoon the yogurt into a strainer to remove some of the whey.
  • Once the yogurt is the desired consistency, transfer it into glass containers. Make sure you label the jars.

Notes

Put one cup of yogurt into a pint jar, and label it "Yogurt Starter." Use this for your next batch of yogurt. 
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