Cultures For Health Vegan Yogurt Starter Instructions
- June 1, 2024
- Cultures For Health
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Cultures For Health Vegan Yogurt Starter
Product Information
Specifications:
- Product Name: Yogurt Vegan Starter Kit
- Includes: 1 packet yogurt starter, instructions
- Compatibility: Additive-free soy milk
- Container: Culturing container (glass or plastic)
Product Usage Instructions
Ingredients:
- 1 packet yogurt starter (store extras in the freezer)
- Additive-free soy milk
Equipment Needed:
- Thermometer
- Culturing container (glass or plastic)
Steps to Making Yogurt:
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Mixing the Ingredients
Add 1 packet of yogurt starter to the soy milk and mix thoroughly. -
Culturing Process
For thicker yogurt, consider adding 2 teaspoons of calcium-activated pectin and calcium water into the milk before heating to 140 degrees. Cool to 110 degrees before adding the culture. -
Culturing Time
Pour the mixture into the culturing container and let it sit for 8 hours. Afterwards, place a tight lid on the container and let it cool at room temperature for 2 hours. -
Refrigeration
Refrigerate the yogurt for at least 6 hours before consuming.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
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Q: How can I make my plant-based yogurt thicker?
A: To thicken plant-based yogurt, stir in 2 teaspoons of calcium-activated pectin and calcium water into the milk before culturing. -
Q: Can I use more than one packet of yogurt starter for larger batches?
A: Yes, for larger batches of yogurt, you can use 2 packets of starter to culture 1-4 gallons of milk.
Tips, tricks, and everything you need to make it yours!
What You Need
Ingredients
- 1 packet yogurt starter store extras in the freezer
- Additive-free soy milk
Equipment
- Thermometer
- Culturing container (glass or plastic)
- Yogurt maker or similar appliance that holds at 105-112°F
- Mixing utensil
Making Yogurt
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Heat 1 quart of soy milk to 110°F.
Note: for thicker yogurt, see our note about adding pectin at this step on the next page. -
Add 1 packet of yogurt starter and mix thoroughly.
Pro tip!
For larger batches of yogurt, use 2 packets of starter to culture 1-4 gallons of milk. -
Pour the mixture into the culturing container.
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Cover and culture at 108-110°F for approximately 6-8 hours in a yogurt maker or similar appliance.
Pro tip!
Plant-based yogurt will not thicken on its own (except soy milk). To make a thicker yogurt, stir 2 teaspoons of calcium-activated pectin and calcium water into your milk and heat to 140 degrees. Cool to 110 degrees before adding the culture. -
After 8 hours, place a tight lid on the container and let cool for 2 hours at room temperature.
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Refrigerate for at least 6 hours before eating.