If you have gone vegan but still crave the old-fashioned yogurt, you are in luck today because I have the perfect recipe to create your own yogurt with raw almonds!
It's a deliciously simple almond milk yogurt recipe that can rival with any greek yogurt.
This instant pot almond milk yogurt is the best way to prepare a dairy-free yogurt alternative for a vegan diet!
The best part is that there's no need to boil or use any thickener, making it an easy way to get your daily dose of probiotics without the fuss.
After my success with soy milk yogurt and coconut milk yogurt, I decided to try out this recipe, and I must say it was delightful!
All you'll need is soaked almonds, a probiotic starter, and your instant pot to get started.
So why wait? Give this delicious and healthy almond yogurt recipe a try today!
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Why this recipe works
- Homemade almond yogurt is better than store-bought alternatives because it does not have processed chemicals and contains all-natural ingredients.
- You control the sweetness and thickness of the yogurt.
- It contains live active cultures, a great source of probiotics for gut health.
- It's a reliable and simple recipe. I have prepared this 4 times, and it never failed to deliver.
- With this meal prep approach, I've saved both time and money.
- You can personalize the flavors, so your meals are always exciting!
Ingredients note
Almonds: You need raw almonds to prepare your own almond milk. For this recipe, this is what works better. It's a lot easier than you think.
Plain yogurt: For the first time, I used store-bought probiotic cashew yogurt (Forager brand) as a starter. For the next batch, you can use your homemade yogurt.
See the recipe card for a list of ingredients and quantities, plus recipe instructions. You can find the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Instructions
Soak the almonds overnight or for 8 hours.
Drain, rinse, and deskin the almonds.
Place the skinned almonds in a high powder blender (Blendtec) and add 2 cups hot water.
Blend for a minute or until it gets a smooth liquid consistency.
Add 1 more cup of hot water and blend again for 60 seconds. Now the almond milk is ready.
Add the almond milk to a small bowl and let it settle down close to room temperature for 5 minutes.
Stir once and add 1 ½ tablespoon vegan plain probiotic yogurt (homemade or store-bought). Mix well and close the lid.
Transfer the glass bowl to a dry inner pot (in other words, do not put water in the Instant Pot)
Lock the lid, open the vent, and press the Yogurt button. The default time for yogurt setting in the Instant Pot is 8 hours. However, I always do it longer, like 10 -12 hours.
If you are not using an Instant Pot, then place them in whatever incubation method you are using (oven, dehydrator, etc.)
As the timer expires, take the glass bowl of yogurt out and refrigerate.
Homemade Almond Milk Yogurt is ready! Enjoy!
How to serve
This almond yogurt is so versatile! Enjoy it with fresh fruit, granola, or cereal.
Use it as a base for smoothies, lassi, and shakes. Or eat it plain - the possibilities are endless!
Use it to prepare vegan raita or curries like dum aloo, aviyal, or marinate tofu and vegetables for a tandoori tofu recipe or vegetable biriyani.
Sweeten the almond yogurt with maple syrup or agave nectar, and enjoy it as a probiotic snack.
Uma's tips
- If you like a thicker consistency, add only 3 cups water. Otherwise, increase one more cup of water.
- If you ever notice that your non-dairy yogurt has separated while stored in the refrigerator, simply stir it up with a whisk or spoon until all ingredients are fully combined. You'll be able to create a perfectly blended and creamy texture just like before!
- Instead of a plain vegan yogurt starter, you can use probiotic capsules with no other changes in the procedure.
Recipe FAQ
Yes, you can use it. Boil it, and when it is lukewarm, add the yogurt starter and follow the steps above.
Yes, there are several ways to make almond milk yogurt without using an Instant Pot. You can use your oven, or dehydrator! Just follow the same instructions as mentioned in this recipe.
Homemade almond milk yogurt can be stored in the refrigerator for a long time, up to 8 days. Make sure to transfer it into an air-tight container for optimal preservation.
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Almond Milk Yogurt In Instant Pot
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds
- 3 cups hot water
- 1½ tablespoon homemade yogurt - or store bought plain cashew yogurt
Instructions
- Soak the almonds overnight or for 8 hours. Drain, rinse, and deskin the almonds.1 cup almonds
- Place the skinned almonds in a high powder blender (Blendtec) and add 2 cups hot water.
- Blend for a minute or until it gets a smooth liquid consistency.
- Add 1 more cup of hot water and blend again for 60 seconds. Now the almond milk is ready.
- Add the almond milk to a small bowl and let it settle down close to room temperature for 5 minutes.
- Stir once and add 1 ½ tablespoon vegan plain probiotic yogurt (homemade or store-bought).
- Mix well and close the lid.
- Transfer the glass bowl to a dry inner pot (in other words, do not put water in the Instant Pot)
- Lock the lid, open the vent, and press the Yogurt button. The default time for yogurt setting in the Instant Pot is 8 hours. However, I always do it longer, like 10 -12 hours.
- If you are not using an Instant Pot, then place them in whatever incubation method you are using (oven, dehydrator, etc.)
- As the timer expires, take the glass bowl of yogurt out and refrigerate.
- Homemade Almond Milk Yogurt is ready! Enjoy!
Notes
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- If you like a thicker consistency, add only 3 cups water. Otherwise, increase one more cup of water.
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- If you ever notice that your non-dairy yogurt has separated while stored in the refrigerator, stir it up with a whisk or spoon until all ingredients are fully combined. You'll be able to create a perfectly blended and creamy texture just like before!
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- Instead of a plain vegan yogurt starter, you can use probiotic capsules with no other changes in the procedure.
YOUR OWN NOTES
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimation only.
JS says
I made it without peeling the almonds because I'm lazy that way. I followed your instructions and it came out perfectly. The yoghurt looked watery and jiggled when it was set, but it firmed up very nicely in the fridge and resembled hung yoghurt. Thank you!
Vidhu says
Can we use store bought almond milk? What quantity and do we need to boil it before making yogurt?
Uma Raghupathi says
I don't recommend using store bought almond milk.
Tammy says
Hi
Can you just use almond milk from the carton instead of making it? If so, how much? Why use cashew yogurt for starter instead of almond yogurt?
Uma Raghupathi says
I never tried yogurt out of the carton almond milk. You can use any yogurt starter if that is plain flavor.
Catole says
Hello, can you use a store bought yogurt starter (powder paquets) for thie recipe?
Uma Raghupathi says
Yes you can.
William Zitsch says
So you are not straining the almond milk after blending the almonds with a nut milk bag or anything, you are leaving the "meal" in the milk?
Uma Raghupathi says
Yes you don't have to stain the milk for this yogurt recipe.
Christine Mcmahan says
Could you use cashews instead of almonds?
Uma Raghupathi says
Yes
Maureen says
If the almonds are bought deskinned do you have to soak them still for 8 hours?
Uma Raghupathi says
Hi Maureen Did you made this almond milk yogurt? I saw your ratings. Soak the de-skinned almonds for at least 1 hour in warm water, that will help while blending.
Gerry says
How many probiotic capsules would you recommend ?
Also, can this be used as starter for future batches?
Thank you!
Uma Raghupathi says
Hi Gerry,One capsule is good. Yes after that use the homemade yogurt for future starters. I always save 1 tbsp of yogurt in a separate container.