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Homemade Vanilla Yogurt

Recipe by JustInCooking

A classic French‑style homemade vanilla yogurt made with whole milk, brown sugar, milk powder, real vanilla bean and a live‑culture starter. The recipe yields 12 smooth, creamy pots that are firmer than store‑bought yogurts and can be enjoyed plain or with your favorite toppings.

MediumFrenchServes 12

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Source Video
14h 24m
Prep
10m
Cook
1h 45m
Cleanup
16h 19m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$5.90
Total cost
$0.49
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Heat the milk without letting it boil (Step 3)
  • Cool the milk to exactly 36‑37 °C before adding starter (Step 4)
  • Fully dissolve the starter and yogurt (Step 5)
  • Maintain a steady 9‑hour incubation at the correct temperature (Step 9)

Safety Warnings

  • Hot milk can cause severe burns – handle with care
  • Use a clean thermometer to avoid contaminating the milk
  • Ensure all utensils are thoroughly cleaned to prevent unwanted bacteria

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