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Instant Pot cold start vanilla yogurt is creamy and delicious. Perfect for breakfast, smoothies, and more.
Yogurt is one the easiest thing I’ve made in my Instant Pot. It takes only 3 ingredients to make, and it makes a lot. So, if you’re a yogurt lover, this is definitely a recipe you’ll want to make. I make my yogurt using the cold-start method and it is no-fuss.
What a different ways to enjoy homemade yogurt?
There are many great uses for yogurt. With your favorite toppings, like fruit and granola, or in smoothies. Also, as a substitution for mayonnaise and sour cream in many dishes, though you may want to use plain yogurt for this.
What are the benefits of yogurt?
Yogurt is also high in protein which keeps you feeling full longer. It is also rich in vitamins and minerals.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Makes a large quantity for less money than store bought
- You can flavor the yogurt how you would like
- Lasts for a couple weeks in the refrigerator
- Versatile and can be used in many ways
Ingredients
What you’ll need to make this recipe.
- Ultra pasteurized milk, such as Fairlife ultra-filtered milk
- Natural Bliss vanilla creamer
- Fage 2% plain Greek yogurt
You need only 3 ingredients to make yogurt. First, milk that is ultra pasteurized, like Fairlife. It’s important to start with a milk that has already been boiled to kill any bacteria. You can get away with not boiling Fairlife milk for this method because it’s already been boiled. The ultra pasteurized milk goes through a heating process that kills all of that bacteria, so it’s ready to use without needing to be boiled first. The cold-start method will save time on your yogurt making process. If you are unable to find ultra-pasteurized milk locally, then the boil yogurt method works too.
This cold start or no boil method will not work with regular milk.
For boiling milk, any type of milk will work, including non-dairy milks. To do this, start by pouring the milk in a pot on the stove and bring it to 180 degrees. It doesn’t need to come to a full boil at 212 degrees. Once the milk is at 180 degrees, hold it there for about 30 minutes. Then, cool the milk down to 115 degrees. Now it’s ready to add to the Instant Pot.
How to make this recipe
1 – Stir together the milk and the vanilla creamer in the Instant Pot. I use the Coffee-Mate Natural Bliss brand. You can skip this step if you prefer plain flavored yogurt. I add the vanilla creamer because I like my yogurt flavored a bit.
2 – Once the milk and creamer are stirred together, add in the plain Greek yogurt to the milk and creamer with a whisk, stirring until the yogurt is blended in.
The reason you need yogurt to make yogurt is because of the active cultures it contains. It acts as a starter for your new yogurt. When buying your yogurt, be sure that it has live active yogurt cultures. Not all yogurt works as yogurt starters.
3 – Secure the lid on the Instant Pot, leaving the valve open. Press the yogurt button and let the Instant Pot work its magic. It takes about 8 hours for the yogurt to finish.
4 – Once it’s done, remove the insert, lightly cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled. At least for 4 hours, but overnight is better.
If you save several tablespoons of your yogurt you can use it to start your next batch of Instant Pot yogurt.
How do I store homemade yogurt?
Place yogurt in an airtight container. It will last for 10-14 days in the refrigerator.
Can I freeze homemade yogurt?
Yes. Place yogurt in a freezer safe container. It will last in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Please Note
The Instant Pot needs to come to pressure before the cooking time starts, similar to an oven that needs to preheat. The cooking time doesn’t actually start until pressure builds, which can take anywhere from 5-15 minutes, sometimes longer depending on how full the pot is and how much liquid there is inside. Once it reaches pressure the Instant Pot will beep, and the cook time will begin to count down. Please, make sure to consider that extra time when planning your meal.
Calories per serving (1/2 cup): 139
Instant Pot Cold Start Vanilla Yogurt
Ingredients
- 52 oz Fairlife, whole ultra-filtered milk
- 16 oz Coffee-Mate natural bliss vanilla creamer
- 7 oz Fage 2% plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Add milk and creamer to the Instant Pot and stir together. Whisk yogurt to the milk and creamer until smooth.
- Secure lid on Instant Pot and push the Yogurt button. It will take approximately 8 hours for yogurt to finish. The vent does not need to be sealed.
- After the yogurt is done, remove pot insert, cover llightly with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to chill, about 4 hours.
Notes
- If ultra pasteurized milk is unavailable, you can use any milk using the boil method. Pour milk in a pot on the stove and bring milk to 180 degrees. Once the milk is at 180 degrees, you’ll want to hold it there for about 30 minutes. Then, quickly cool the milk down to 115 degrees. Now it’s ready to add to the Instant Pot.
- Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Nutrition
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Staying in cold country makes making homemade yoghurt a bit difficult. This recipe looks so much promising. Thanks
Thanks! I hope you are able to give it a try. 🙂
Love making vanilla yogurt in my Instant Pot! You’ve inspired me to make some more this weekend – yours looks delicious.
Thanks! 🙂
Only way I want to enjoy yogurt now!!
It’s so great in the Instant Pot! 🙂
I never thought of making yogurt in the IP. How easy and perfect.
Thanks! 🙂
This is great! I definitely want to try to make coconut yogurt in my instant pot!
That sounds great! 🙂
Love this yogurt in the instant pot! It’s so convenient to make, just set it and forget it!
Thanks, that’s my favorite part. 🙂
Great recipe for yogurt in the instant pot. I love that I can make it myself and know exactly what I’m getting. Thanks!
Thanks, it’s great to make at home. 🙂
Can’t wait to try this in my instant pot. We eat a lot of yogurt, so I would love to make it at home.
Thanks, it’s so easy to make at home. 🙂
I cannot believe how easy it is to make homemade yogurt! This is definitely added to my recipe index for sure! I cannot wait to make this and try it!
Thanks, Cathy! 🙂
I only recently purchased an instant pot (yes, running behind haha!) and this was one of the first recipes I made in it. Such a hit – I will be making it on repeat for sure.
So glad to hear, Alexandra. 🙂
I never thought to make yogurt in my instant pot, but this worked so well! Great recipe, next time I’ll try add some blueberries to it.
I’m glad you enjoyed. 🙂
Such an easy to breakfast idea! So delish! Thank you!
Thanks, Toni. 🙂
I’ve seen lots of recipes for instant pot yogurt but this one is the best! Love how you flavored it!
Thank you, Beth. 🙂
I have yet to try making my own yogurt in an instant pot. Seeing how thick and great looking your yogurt turns out, I think I need to do this too ASAP. 🙂
It turns out so delicious. 🙂
Can any Coffee Mate creamer be used or has to be Natural Bliss? I’m not able to use Natural Bliss because of the real milk and was hoping to try with their lactose free line.
Hi Tina, you don’t have to use a coffee creamer at all. I use it for the vanilla flavor, but the Fairlife milk and the yogurt with live cultures is all you need to have.
This is genious, I’ve never thought to make yoghurt in my instant pot before, but I really must! This looks delicious and I love having yoghurt in the house as I use it in smoothies and with fruit or granola for breakfast/snacks!
Thanks, Annie. It’s such a great way to make homemade yogurt. 🙂
I thought yogurt was so hard to make! Not true, thanks for making the recipe so easy for us instant pot newbies!
Thanks Jen! I’m glad you enjoyed and found it easy to make. 🙂
I haven’t tried yogurt in my instant pot yet. This is the push I needed to go for it. Thanks for all of the good information.
You’re welcome, Angela. I hope you enjoy. 🙂
Yum! I love the idea of making the yogurt in the instant pot! It looks absolutely incredible.
Thanks, Tara. 🙂
Creamy, delicious, and so easy to make! Love my Instant Pot!
Thanks, Alison. 🙂
I have made yogurt before, but never in my Instant Pot. I have been wanting to try it, but hadn’t found the right recipe. This is such a simple recipe! My kids devour yogurt topped with fruit and granola – especially now that they are home all day. 🙂
I hope you give it a try, Erin. 🙂
I didn’t know you could make yogurt in an instant pot! This looks so creamy and rich, and homemade is always best!
Homemade yogurt is so good. I hope you give this recipe a try. 🙂
Can I use vanilla non dairy creamer instead of Natural Bliss. It is impossible to find where I live. I can get several liquid va. coffee creamers. Can I use those? Love va. yogurt.
Hi Linda, I’ve never tried it, but it should work fine. All you really need is the milk and the yogurt. The creamer is optional to give it the vanilla flavor. Let me know how it goes. 🙂
Can you cut this recipe in half?
Hi Becky, I’ve never tried cutting the recipe in half, but I don’t see why that would be an issue. Let me know how it goes. 🙂