Coffee yogurts offer a delicious combination of milky creaminess and intense coffee flavor. Whether you prefer a liquid version, based on soluble coffee, without a yogurt maker or you rely on your Thermomix, this article guides you through each step to make your homemade coffee yogurts successfully.
Liquid coffee yogurt: recipe
Liquid coffee yogurt is a refreshing option, perfect for a snack or breakfast. Here’s how to prepare it:
- Start by making a natural yogurt base using your favorite method.
- Brew strong coffee and let it cool to room temperature.
- Mix the cooled coffee with the natural yogurt.
- Pour the mixture into yogurt pots and cover them or place in a yogurt maker.
- Leave to ferment for 6 to 8 hours, then refrigerate the yogurts before enjoying them.
Soluble coffee yogurt
If you’re looking for a quicker option, soluble coffee yogurts are perfect:
- Mix instant coffee into hot milk until completely dissolved.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Add yogurt cultures or natural yogurt as a ferment.
- Place the mixture in yogurt pots, place in a yogurt maker and leave to ferment for 4 to 6 hours.
- Refrigerate before enjoying.
Coffee yogurt without yogurt maker
No yogurt maker? No problem. Here’s how to make coffee yogurts without a specific device:
- Heat the milk to around 180°C to kill unwanted bacteria.
- Let the milk cool to around 45°C.
- Add plain yogurt or yogurt cultures to the cooled milk and mix.
- Pour the mixture into glass jars and cover them tightly.
- Place the jars in a preheated oven at the lowest temperature possible for 4 to 8 hours.
- Refrigerate the yogurts before enjoying them.
Coffee yogurt with Thermomix
If you have a Thermomix, here’s how to simplify the preparation:
- Pour milk into the Thermomix and heat to 80°C.
- Add instant coffee and mix at speed 3 for a few seconds.
- Leave to cool to around 45°C.
- Add yogurt cultures and mix on speed 3 for 10 seconds.
- Transfer to jars, then let ferment for 4 to 6 hours.
- After fermentation, refrigerate the yogurts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use ground coffee for coffee yogurt?
Yes, but it is recommended to opt for soluble coffee for a uniform flavor.
Should I sweeten my coffee yogurts?
The amount of sugar depends on your preferences, but a little sweetening can enhance the flavor of the coffee.
How long will my coffee yogurts stay fresh?
They usually stay fresh for about a week in the refrigerator.
With these simple methods, you can now create delicious coffee yogurts at home, regardless of your kitchen equipment. Explore these different approaches to find the one that suits you best and enjoy these creamy coffee treats any time of the day!