How to Make Homemade Maple Yogurt - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something special about homemade yogurt. The creamy, tangy flavor and the satisfaction of knowing you made it yourself. And when you add the rich, sweet flavor of maple syrup into the mix, you've got a winning combination. This homemade maple yogurt recipe is simple to make and creates a delicious, wholesome treat that is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert.

Making your own yogurt may seem intimidating, but it's actually quite easy. All you need is milk, a start...

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Ingredients

  • 1 quart whole milk
  • ½ cup powdered milk
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt, at room temperature
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream, at room temperature (Optional)
  • ¾ teaspoon maple flavored extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 11 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 7
  • Yield: 7 individual yogurt cups

  • Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to bubble. Stir powdered milk and sugar into the hot milk until dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool until an instant-read thermometer reads 110 degrees F (43 degrees C).
  • Place yogurt in a bowl and add a small amount of warmed milk mixture; combine thoroughly. Pour yogurt mixture back into the saucepan with warmed milk in a thin stream, stirring constantly, until thoroughly blended. Add heavy cream and maple flavoring. Stir well to combine.
  • Pour milk-cream mixture into 7 individual serving jars. Process in a yogurt maker, according to manufacturer's instructions, for 8 hours. Chill at least 3 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    205 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 111mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 285mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 377mg