Greek Yogurt Recipes

The simple guide on how to make healthy homemade Greek yogurt (with just two simple ingredients)! Learn how to make delicious and creamy Greek yogurt with this easy recipe. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic equipment, you can enjoy homemade Greek yogurt that is healthier and more flavorful than store-bought versions.

Well milk is made up of casein and whey. Casein is what curdles and is used to make cheese and yogurt, while whey is the watery substance left when the milk curdles.

So what is Greek yogurt? Greek yogurt is essentially the same as regular yogurt with the addition of one critical step – straining! At the very end, the yogurt is strained to remove the excess watery whey, creating a thicker, more protein-dense product. So while we call this variation of yogurt “Greek yogurt” in the U.S., you may see it called “strained yogurt” in other areas of the world.

Yogurt is a fermentation (just like kefir, kombucha, and kimchi), meaning it’s created by adding some bacteria (yogurt) to a sugar-containing substance (milk) and letting the bacteria eat up the sugar. So to make yogurt at home, you’ll just need 2 ingredients:

The result of fermentation is always acid, gas, or alcohol. Fermentation of milk gives us acid, making for the distinctively tart flavor of yogurt!

20 Greek Yogurt Recipes (Yogurt Parfaits & More!)

Here’s a deliciously easy breakfast and brunch idea: the Yogurt Parfait! This layered cup looks fancy but takes minutes to make.

Prep: 10min

Total: 10min

Yield: 4

Nutrition Facts: servingSize None, calories 193 calories, Sugar 14.6 g, Sodium 30.4 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Saturated Fat 2.3 g, Trans Fat 0 g, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Granola, Crispy Homemade Granola, or purchased granola
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt)
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup frozen or fresh strawberries*
• 1 cup fresh berries like blueberries, blackberries, raspberries or a mix
• 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

Instruction:

1. Mix the Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, and the vanilla.
2. Defrost the strawberries in the microwave, keeping the juice that releases as they thaw (optional if using frozen). Stir together with the fresh berries, 1 teaspoon maple syrup, and 1 pinch cinnamon.
3. In each glass, layer 1/2 cup yogurt, a sprinkle berries and granola, 1/2 cup yogurt, and another sprinkle berries and granola. Serve immediately. Make ahead instructions: You can also store for up to 4 days, but the granola becomes soggy. If you’re making for make ahead breakfasts, layer it without the granola and add it right before serving.

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Ingredients:

• Greek Yogurt Zucchini Bread
• Greek Yogurt Biscuits
• Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
• World’s Best Tuna Melt
• Greek Yogurt Egg Salad with Dill and Lemon
• Tzatziki
• Light Greek Yogurt Cream Cheese Cheesecake
• Greek Yogurt Creme Brulee
• Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
• Caesar Dressing
• Greek Yogurt Whipped Cream
• Crock-Pot Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
• Greek Yogurt Mashed Potatoes
• Chocolate Yogurt Recipe
• Easy Applesauce Cake
• Greek Yogurt Macaroni and Cheese
• Greek Yogurt Spinach Artichoke Dip
• Greek Yogurt Smoothie
• Healthy Greek Yogurt Pancakes
• Banana Pudding Breakfast Parfaits
• Creamy Strawberry Semifreddo
• Kale Salad with Lemon Yogurt Dressing
• Zucchini Pasta w/ Creamy Yogurt Herb Sauce
• Crock Pot Creamed Corn
• Healthy Potato Salad with Yogurt

Instruction:

1. Select your favorite recipe.
2. Organize all the required ingredients.
3. Prep a Greek yogurt recipe in 30 minutes or less!

How to Make Greek Yogurt (No Special Equipment)

This week we’re exploring all things Greek yogurt, starting with this simple guide on how to make Greek yogurt in your oven (with just two simple ingredients)!

Prep: 30min

Total: 390min

Yield: 2

Serving Size: 1 cup

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 cup, calories 335 kcal, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Protein 19.7 g, Fat 24 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 80 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

Ingredients:

• 4 cups whole milk (960 mL)
• ¼ cup plain store bought yogurt (ensure the container says “live” or “active” cultures, 60 g)

Instruction:

1. Heat Milk: Place milk in a medium pot and heat to 185-200°F (85-93°C), stirring frequently to preventing a skin from forming.
2. Cool Bath: Transfer the pot with milk to an ice bath (I filled my sink with ice and water), to cool milk to 100-110°F (37-43°C).
3. Temper: Pour ½ cup of the warm milk into a separate clean jar or bowl. Mix in plain yogurt, stirring until yogurt is well blended. Add remaining milk and mix well.
4. Let Sit: Cover jar or bowl with a lid, wrap in a moist, warm towel to keep in heat, and place in oven. Turn on oven light to keep warm, and let the bacteria do its yogurt making magic for 4 to 8 hours (or overnight).*
5. Strain: You can eat the yogurt like this, or strain it to make Greek yogurt. To strain, line a mesh sieve with cheesecloth (or paper towels, coffee filters etc), and pour yogurt in. Place over a large bowl and let strain in the fridge for a few hours (or overnight), until it’s reach a consistency you like.

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FAQ

What can I do with a tub of Greek yogurt?

• Add it to cake batter. …
• Make better Popsicles. …
• Mix with jam for a fancy breakfast topping. …
• Cook up 2-ingredient flatbreads. …
• Make a creamy dressing. …
• Spread onto toast. …
• Use it as a marinade for chicken. …
• Make a dip for fried food.

What can I use plain Greek yogurt for?

What is good to mix with Greek yogurt?

What can I mix with Greek yogurt for weight loss?

• Top it with berries, nuts, and seeds for a balanced breakfast or filling snack.
• Add it to smoothies.
• Stir it into overnight oats.
• Top hot oatmeal, protein pancakes, or whole grain waffles with a dollop of yogurt.