Milk kefir is a fantastic, probiotic fermented dairy product that's great on its own, but there are also some really great kefir recipes. Our milk kefir recipes include some fantastic kefir drinks and other sweet and savory recipes with kefir that let you explore this amazing yogurt-like health powerhouse.
RECIPE: FRESH AND FROZEN ANY-FRUIT KEFIR SMOOTHIE
Smoothies are a great way to combine cultured dairy kefir with just about any nutritious food. Use the basic smoothie formula and then move onto the many delicious combinations in this recipe.
Make delicious probiotic kefir vanilla ice cream with this easy-to-follow recipe; includes recipe variations for chocolate, strawberry, mint and more!
Kefir contains various strains of yeast. These yeasts are similar in properties to those found in a sourdough starter, so kefir can be used make bread with no additional yeast or sourdough starter!
Okroshka is often made with rye kvass, a grain-based fermented beverage popular in Russia. This version, however, uses milk kefir. Serve this cold soup on a hot day for a light and cooling meal that is full of nourishment.
English scones are an unforgettable treat and nothing like the American scones sold at so many large-scale coffee shops. Try this simple recipe using cultured kefir for an extra-tender crumb to your very British scones.
With enough strongly-flavored ingredients to mask the kefir taste for even the staunchest kefir questioner, this dressing is one the whole family will love. Make up a batch and use it for several meals throughout the week, as a salad dressing or dip for your favorite veggies.
Learn to make probiotic-rich kefir whey at home; kefir whey can be used to ferment vegetables, as a base for smoothies and so much more!
Kefir cultures are so versatile, they can be used to make a delicious sour cream substitute by culturing cream instead of milk. It may be easier to use finished whole milk kefir or powdered starter instead of grains, as the grains can be difficult to separate from thick sour cream.
A fat bomb is a snack-sized portion of healthy fats that involve delicious flavorings and added nutrients. In the case of this lemon-kefir fat bomb, probiotics and enzymes are added into the tasty mix.
Tangy kefir combines with rich cream and egg yolks to form the base of this sweet, tangy, warm, and spicy apple-cinnamon ice cream.
Skip the ice cream truck and hand these creamy popsicles out on a summer day. Adults love them too!