Matsoni: The Easiest Yogurt You’ll Make

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
4%
Matsoni: The Easiest Yogurt You’ll Make
5 min.
8
78kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a delightful culinary adventure that brings the creamy goodness of homemade yogurt right to your kitchen? Introducing Matsoni, the easiest yogurt you'll ever make! This traditional Georgian delicacy is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a fantastic way to incorporate probiotics into your diet. With just two simple ingredients—matsoni starter culture and whole milk—you can create a luscious, tangy yogurt that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time of the day.

What makes Matsoni so special? It’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients, making it a popular choice for health-conscious individuals. The process is incredibly straightforward, requiring only a few minutes of your time and minimal equipment. Just whisk the ingredients together, let them ferment in a warm spot, and voilà! In 24 to 48 hours, you’ll have a creamy, semi-solid yogurt that you can enjoy on its own or use as a base for smoothies, parfaits, or even savory dishes.

Not only is Matsoni delicious, but it’s also a fantastic way to connect with the art of fermentation. Plus, you can save a portion of your homemade yogurt to start your next batch, making it a sustainable choice for your kitchen. So why not give it a try? Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup matsoni starter culture 
  • quart milk raw whole (preferably )

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk matsoni starter culture with whole milk in a medium bowl, and pour into a quart-sized jar. Cover loosely and place it in a warm spot in your kitchen where it will culture for 24 to 48 hours.When the milk forms a semi-solid mass and pulls away from the sides of the jar when you tilt it, the matsoni is ready.
  2. Transfer it to the refrigerator to halt fermentation.
  3. Serve as you would any other yogurt. Reserve 1/4 cup to culture another batch.

Nutrition Facts

Calories78kcal
Protein20.77%
Fat43.54%
Carbs35.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.75
Glycemic Load
2.1
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.8526086948164%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:78.09kcal
3.9%
Fat:3.8g
5.85%
Saturated Fat:2.2g
13.75%
Carbohydrates:7.01g
2.34%
Net Carbohydrates:6.96g
2.53%
Sugar:5.69g
6.32%
Cholesterol:14.2mg
4.73%
Sodium:45.06mg
1.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.08g
8.17%
Calcium:145.5mg
14.55%
Phosphorus:119.48mg
11.95%
Vitamin B12:0.64µg
10.65%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.6%
Vitamin D:1.3µg
8.67%
Potassium:177.44mg
5.07%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.42%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.41%
Vitamin A:191.64IU
3.83%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.61%
Magnesium:14.2mg
3.55%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.23%
Selenium:2.25µg
3.21%