Making your own homemade yogurt isn’t just a great way to cut down on plastic waste. You can also see exactly what’s inside. Plus, of course, it’s also a great way to save money by not having to buy yogurt every time you feel the need to eat some. This is where something like the Probio 7 Life yogurt maker comes in handy. While you don’t necessarily need a machine, making yogurt without a yogurt maker is much more difficult.
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So, let’s find out – are yogurt makers worth it?
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The Health Benefits Of Yogurt
One of the reasons people tend to include yogurt in their diet is because of the high content of live bacteria it contains. Eating foods high in good bacteria can help you maintain a healthy gut biome.
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However, many store-bought yogurts contain little or no good bacteria due to all the preservatives they contain as well. They may contain a very small amount of good bacteria, or these bacteria may no longer be alive. Good probiotic yogurt is never guaranteed unless you make it yourself.
Making your own homemade yogurt ensures you have the highest amount of good bacteria possible. Plus, when you make your yogurt from scratch as needed, you also know it’s as fresh as possible. When it comes to homemade yogurt vs store bought, there’s simply no competition in terms of the benefits.
Why Is Yogurt So Popular?
I guess it varies from person to person, but my thoughts on why yogurt is so popular is because it’s so versatile. You can have it plain, with fruit, sweetened as a dessert, made into homemade yogurt fruit popsicles, or even as a homemade yogurt dressing.
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Then of course there are the different flavours and textures of yogurt you can either buy or make yourself. You could even add some protein powder to make it into a protein yogurt – great if you’re looking for a low calorie protein addition.
Since yogurt is so popular, wouldn’t it be great to learn how to make yogurt yourself at home?
Who Are Probio7?
Probio7 are experts in gut health and offer a huge range of healthy products for all ages and now their very own yogurt making products.
Watch this video of the Probio 7 yogurt maker to learn more…
The Probio 7 Life Yogurt Maker Kit
In the yogurt maker starter kit you’ll find everything you need to make your own homemade yogurt with live bacteria and other healthy ingredients.
The yogurt maker kit includes…
- Yogurt making machine
- Homemade yogurt recipe booklet
- Yogurt maker instructions manual
- 8 125ml ceramic yogurt maker jars
- 2 250ml ceramic pots
- Greek strainer
- 1 Litre UHT whole milk
- Yogurt maker powder (probiotic powder for yogurt making)
- Yogurt maker glass jar for mixing
How To Make Homemade Yogurt
It’s so simple to get started, no matter what your abilities are in the kitchen. Whether you’ve never made homemade yogurt before, or have been doing it for years. So, how do you go about making your own homemade yogurt?
- Following your homemade yogurt instructions in the booklet provided. To get started all you need to do is wash all of the ceramic yogurt maker jars and the yogurt maker glass mixing jar so they’re clean and ready to be used.
- When clean and dry, add the litre of milk and the contents of the Probio 7 Happy Gut Bacteria sachet to the glass bottle. Shake the bottle well to make sure the milk and the yogurt maker powder are well mixed.
- Once everything is well mixed, add water to your yogurt maker according to the instructions.
- You must then choose whether you want to use the large (250ml) or the small (125ml) ceramic pots. Once you’ve decided, put them in to the machine and fill them with the milk and bacteria mixture, putting the lids on each one. Then all you have to do then is put the lid on the yogurt making machine and select the desired programme. Many programs are offered available, along with many yogurt maker recipes and ideas in the booklet – so choose what suits you.
- After about 8 hours your homemade yogurt should be ready. At this point you need to put it in the fridge for 24 hours to get the best results. After the yogurt maker 24 hour fermentation period in the fridge is up, your yogurt should have thicken up and be creamy and delicious – ready to eat!
Probio 7 Yogurt Recipe Notes
The Probio 7 comes with the UHT Jersey milk, however, you can use any UHT milk. The benefit of using something like the Jersey milk is that it contains more calcium and protein than regular milk. It also comes with more vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to give you the healthiest yogurt possible.
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For those who suffer with a slight lactose intolerance, the Jersey UHT milk could be a better option for you to use as the milk proteins are easier to digest than milk from other breeds of cow. Plus, Jersey milk is known for being creamy so if you want your homemade yogurt to be extra creamy, make sure you use Jersey milk.
Before you go searching high and low for yogurt making supplies, once you’ve used up your Jersey milk and/or the yogurt maker sachets, you can order more of both online. You could even set up a monthly subscription if you know you’ll be using it often.
Other Uses For The Probio 7 Life Yogurt Maker
When it comes to alternative uses for yogurt makers, you’ll be surprised at how much more you can use them for than just yogurt making. Of course, the main one is making yogurt in a yogurt maker, however here are some other things you can do in your yogurt maker…
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- Make heat-infused herbal oils
- Quark (from buttermilk)
- Koji rice
- Rice wine vinegar
- Non-Dairy Yogurt
Final Thoughts On The Probio 7 Life Yogurt Maker
I really enjoyed using it. It was simple to use and the instructions were pretty straightforward. For the first time i just did plain yogurt. However, next time i want to try other home made yoghurt recipes and flavour combinations to see how that goes.
You can purchase the Probio 7 Life yogurt making kit for £49.99 directly from the website so you will easily get your money back over time – especially if you eat a lot of yogurt.
When it comes to home yogurt making, you can’t really get much simpler than this. How did you find making this recipe for homemade yogurt – easier than you thought i bet!
Would you buy the Probio 7 Life yogurt maker and start making your own homemade yogurt recipes?
FAQ’s
Is Homemade Yogurt Healthier?
Homemade yogurts can often be healthier for you as they won’t have any added preservatives, or other ingredients you don’t know about.
Can Homemade Yogurt Be Frozen?
Yes, homemade yogurt can be frozen. However, it shouldn’t be frozen for longer than 2 months.
Will Homemade Yogurt Thicken In The Refrigerator?
Yes, homemade yogurt will thicken in the fridge. You need to leave it in there for at least 12 hours for this to happen – closer to 24 hours is considered optimal time.
When Did Yogurt Come To The UK?
Yogurt first came to the UK as a food product back in 1919 when Isaac Carasso added it to jam in 1919.
Can You Make Dairy Free Yogurt In A Yogurt Maker?
You can make dairy free yogurt in a yogurt maker, however it can be more complicated. Try to use plant based milk alternatives that don’t come with additives. These additives can often disrupt the culturing process. Or, add more of the live bacteria to help it culture. Almond milk is not considered a good plant based option for yogurt.
Do Probiotic Yogurts Work?
Yes, probiotic yogurts do work – as long as they are high in good bacteria. Not all yogurts will have a good amount of friendly bacteria in them so do check the label.
Is Live Yogurt The Same As Probiotic?
Yes, probiotics are also known as live cultures. The live cultures are the friendly bacteria that will help you gut biome fight off unwanted guests.
How Many Calories In Homemade Yogurt?
Of course this depends how much of it you are eating, and will also depend slightly on the type of milk you’re using. However, 1 serving is said to contain approx – 7g carbs, 8g fat, 6g protein, and around 100 calories.
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Hi Becky,
This yogurt maker looks amazing. Big fan of yogurt here. I enjoyed it in the States growing up but really dove deeper during trips to the Middle East. Living in Istanbul and Cappadocia in Turkey for months introduced me to perhaps the best yogurt on earth. Yogurt in Qatar and Oman rocked and New Zealand yogurt was epic, with their fab dairy. This yogurt maker is on my list.
Ryan
Oh yes same! Love it with some fresh fruit and a good drizzle of chocolate sauce in the evenings – haha!! (Even better when you know you’ve ae it yourself). Oh wow, that sounds amazing, do you still do it?
Your yogurt looks very yummy and you look liked you had a blast making it.
haha, yes it was great fun!