This non-dairy yogurt is prepared with pectin and calcium water. Working with non-dairy milks can be a bit tricky, and some brands of ingredients may work better than others. This recipe was tested with several brands of pectin and only Pomona's Pectin successfully created desired results.
USING PECTIN AND CALCIUM WATER
Each box of Pomona's Universal Pectin includes pectin and a separate packet of monocalcium phosphate to make calcium water.
Some alternative milks have added calcium. If the milk thickens in the blender when pectin is added, do not use calcium water. Doing so can result in overly thickened yogurt.
To make calcium water put 1/2 teaspoon white calcium powder and 1/2 cup water in a small, clear jar with lid and shake well.
5 minutes
1 hour
2 Servings
INGREDIENTS AND EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE AT CULTURES FOR HEALTH
Pomona's Universal Pectin
Pomona's Universal Pectin
$5.49
Useful for thickening non-dairy yogurt. Since the pectin doesn't require sugar to jell jams, jellies, and yogurts can be made with little or no sugar. Other possible sweeteners that can be used in place of sugar are honey, fructose, sucanat, concentrated fruit sweetener, maple syrup, agave, frozen juice concentrate, stevia, xylitol, Splenda, or other sweeteners.
Vegan Yogurt Starter Culture
Vegan Yogurt Starter Culture
$14.99
A vegan yogurt starter lets you create creamy, non dairy vegan probiotic yogurt right at home.
Use this non dairy vegan cultured yogurt starter with soy milk, coconut milk, or other non-dairy milk to make a smooth, mild yogurt that's miles better than store-bought.
The vegan yogurt culture contains 4 packets of starters. It is a direct-set culture - meaning each packet will only make one batch of vegan cultured yogurt.
Vegan Yogurt Starter Kit
Vegan Yogurt Starter Kit
$29.99
Designed for beginners, this kit contains our tried-and-true favorite supplies to help you make thick dairy-free yogurt at home with soy milk, coconut milk, and more.
Make delicious vegan yogurt with this beginner-friendly kit. Whether you're looking for gut-healthy ingredients or an exciting DIY project, the Cultures for Health Vegan Yogurt Starter Kit will deliver a rewarding experience you won't soon forget.
Packaging and Equipment in the kit may appear different than pictured.
INGREDIENTS:
- 3.5 - 4 cups coconut milk, rice milk or soy milk
- 2 teaspoons Pomona's Pectin Powder
- 2 teaspoons Pomona's Pectin Calcium Water
- 1 packet Vegan Yogurt Starter Culture
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Add pectin powder to 1 cup room-temperature coconut milk. Blend in blender until well combined. Set aside.
- Heat remaining 2½ cups coconut milk in a saucepan with the calcium water. Heat to 140ºF.
- Add reserved milk and pectin. Return to 140ºF, then remove from heat.
- When milk is cooled to 110°F, sprinkle vegan yogurt starter over milk and stir well. Pour into a clean jar and cover, or pour into your yogurt maker jars and follow manufacturer's directions.
- Culture for 6-8 hours at 105º-112ºF in a yogurt maker or similar appliance.
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Shake or stir and refrigerate. Yogurt will not thicken until after refrigeration time. Thickening may take up to 24 hours.
RECIPE NOTES:
To make 2 quarts non-dairy yogurt, use 3-4 teaspoons pectin powder, and 3-4 teaspoons calcium water with 1 packet of Vegan Yogurt Starter.
