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Coconut Yogurt

Cultural Context

Coconut yogurt has gained popularity as a dairy-free alternative in the U.S., catering to those with lactose intolerance or following vegan diets. It embodies the trend towards plant-based foods, offering a creamy texture and tropical flavor. This yogurt can be enjoyed on its own, used in smoothies, or as a topping for desserts, making it a versatile addition to modern diets.

AmericanUSother
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 can full fat coconut milk
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon inulin
1 teaspoon guar gum
2 tablespoons coconut yogurt starter (from store)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while soy milk is often less expensive.

sweetener

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: sugar

Honey adds flavor and is natural, while sugar is a cost-effective option.

1

Grab a jar of coconut yogurt from the grocery store for the first time.

2

Ensure the coconut yogurt is plain and has live cultures.

3

Use a can of full fat coconut milk free of gums (except guar gum is fine).

4

Add 1 teaspoon of sugar to feed the bacteria.

5

Add 1 tablespoon of inulin to feed the bacteria and improve texture.

6

Add 1 teaspoon of guar gum to thicken the yogurt.

7

Use a whisk or immersion blender to mix the ingredients until cohesive.

8

Add 2 tablespoons of the coconut yogurt starter after blending to avoid harming probiotics.

9

Stir well to incorporate the starter into the mixture.

10

Taste the mixture to ensure it is fairly plain or a little sweet before fermentation.

11

Transfer the mixture into a yogurt maker and put the lids on loosely to allow gas to escape.

12

Fill the yogurt maker with water up to the level of the yogurt to maintain a consistent temperature.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfermenting

Equipment Needed

yogurt makerimmersion blenderglass jar

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Dairy-Free YogurtVegan Yogurt

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