Probiotic Yogurt in the Instant Pot

Step 1

Pour milk into the inner pot of the Instant Pot and put cover on with vent turned toward “sealing”.

Step 2

Push the “Yogurt” button, then “Adjust”.

Step 3

The word “Boil” will light up and it will start heating the milk to 180 degrees.

Step 4

The word “Yogt” will light up when it is finished heating.

Step 5

Remove the lid from the Instant Pot being careful not to let the condensation from the lid drip into the milk.

Step 6

Use a thermometer to confirm it is 180 degrees.

Step 7

With the lid off, press “Yogurt” and “Adjust” again and allow to heat for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 8

Press “Cancel” to turn off the machine.

Step 9

Remove the inner pot and place in a large bowl filled with ice and water to cool.

Step 10

When the milk reaches 80 degrees, remove any “skin” that has formed.

Step 11

In a small bowl, place ½ cup yogurt or 10 grams of yogurt starter.

Step 12

Add 1 cup of the cooled milk and whisk well.

Step 13

Pour milk back into the inner pot and place it in the Instant Pot

Step 14

Put the cover back on with vent turned toward “sealing.”

Step 15

Push the “Yogurt” button and increase time to reach 24 hours.

Step 16

After 24 hours turn off and unplug the Instant Pot.

Step 17

Place yogurt in a large or individual containers and refrigerate for 8 hours.