Crockpot Yogurt
Transform your kitchen into an effortless yogurt-making haven with this simple and budget-friendly Crockpot Yogurt recipe. With just two ingredients—milk and plain yogurt with live active cultures—and minimal hands-on prep time, you can create a batch of creamy, homemade yogurt right in your slow cooker. This method uses gentle heat and extended resting time for perfect tangy results, all while you go about your day. It's a fantastic way to control what goes into your food, customize flavors, and enjoy a healthy, protein-packed snack or breakfast. Whether you prefer it plain, swirled with fresh fruit, or topped with granola, this slow cooker yogurt is a game-changer for busy households and DIY enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Milk (whole or 2%)
- 0.5 cup Plain yogurt with live active cultures
Instructions
Pour the milk into your crockpot and cover it with the lid.
Turn your crockpot to LOW and allow the milk to heat for 2.5 hours.
After 2.5 hours, turn off the crockpot and let the milk cool for an additional 3 hours. Leave the lid on during this time.
After the cooling period, remove about 1 cup of the milk from the crockpot and mix it thoroughly with the plain yogurt in a small bowl.
Pour the yogurt and milk mixture back into the crockpot and gently stir to combine.
Cover the crockpot with its lid and then wrap the entire crockpot with a large towel or blanket to insulate it. Let it sit undisturbed for 8-12 hours (overnight works well).
After the resting period, check the yogurt. It should be thickened and tangy. If it's ready, transfer it to individual containers or a large jar and refrigerate.
The yogurt can be enjoyed plain or flavored with honey, fruit, or granola. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1055 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.2 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.4 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 875 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.5 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.1 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 21.6 mcg | 108% | |
| Calcium | 2581 mg | 199% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 3204 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
