If you like yogurt and have an Instant Pot, you will never want to buy store bought yogurt again after tasting this. And it's so easy to make! This recipe yields 16 servings using one gallon of milk, but I made it using a 1/2 gallon of milk.
Equipment
Instant Pot (6 or 8 quart)
Instant-read digital thermometer
Ingredients
1 gallon milk (or 1/2 gallon) - I used 2% milk, but most recipes suggest whole milk for a thicker, creamier yogurt. If you use skim milk, add 6 Tablespoons of yogurt starter and incubate for 10 hours.
1/4 c. yogurt with active cultures - I used Chobani plain Greek yogurt. If making with 1/2 gallon of milk, you will use 2 Tablespoons.
Directions
Heat milk to 180-200 degrees. Add the milk to the Instant Pot and place on the lid (it doesn't matter if the vent is sealed or not). Press the "yogurt" button and then press "adjust" until the screen says "BOIL."
When the Instant Pot beeps, the milk is hot and ready. Remove the lid and check the temperature to make sure it reached 180-200 degrees.
Allow the milk to cool to 110-115 degrees. You can place the pot in a bowl of ice water for 10-15 minutes to speed up the process or simply let it cool on its own. (Note: For a 1/2 gallon, it took around 1 hour for the milk to cool on the countertop.) Check with the thermometer frequently. Spoon off any milk skin that forms on top.
Add the yogurt starter to the pot and mix well.
Place the pot back into the Instant Pot and secure the lid again (again, it doesn't matter if the vent is sealed or not). Press the "Yogurt" button and adjust until it reaches 8:00 to 12:00 hours (less time for looser, milder yogurt and more time for thicker, tangier yogurt.)
When the time is up, check the yogurt. You will know it's ready when it has thickened and jiggles only slightly, like jello. After refrigerating for a few hours, it will set even more.
Spoon the yogurt into containers and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. You can store in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Note: I enjoy this yogurt with fresh fruit and topped with one of these granola recipes. If you find it a bit tangy for your liking, you can sweeten with honey or your favorite jam/jelly.
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