Yogurt Starter Cultures - Freeze-Dried Starter for Authentic Bulgarian Yogurt

I have been making yogurt for about 35 years, but always used a good brand of store bought yogurt as a starter. Recently, no doubt due to supply chain difficulties, my regular brand was absent from the shelf. I decided this would be a great opportunity to try yogurt from a packaged culture. I followed the instructions closely for the first batch, but modified the ingredients slightly based on how I have always done it. I used 1% milk and added 1/4 cup of powdered milk to the one quart batch. The instructions said the first batch would come out thin, but it came out just like normal yogurt! I incubated for 22 hours at 110F because this long time was recommended for the first batch. A few days later I used some of the first batch as a starter to make two more quarts, which is my standard batch size. Same milk with powdered milk, but about two tablespoons of yogurt per quart as starter and this time incubated for eight hours, which is what I typically do. Both batches made very good and nicely tart yogurt! For the last 15 years or so I have used a styrofoam egg incubator to make yogurt. The small heating element and fan can be adjusted to hold a steady 110F and it holds two one quart yogurt containers perfectly.

I typically use store bought yogurt for my starter but this time I wanted the starter to be mine. I was happy to find a brand that does not put sugar in it! I made my yogurt using raw milk yesterday. I did not follow the directions on the package as I use my instant pot to make it. I let it cook for twelve hours and it sat for about three. It was a little on the watery side, I probably should have done it for a little longer. The taste is on the tangy side and so very delicious. I am happy with this purchase.

The Yogurt Starter Cultures have been a game-changer for my homemade yogurt journey. With the pack of 5 freeze-dried culture sachets, I have been able to consistently produce delicious and authentic Bulgarian yogurt with ease. The cultures deliver a rich and tangy flavor that perfectly captures the essence of traditional Bulgarian yogurt, making this product a must-have for any yogurt enthusiast. I highly recommend these starter cultures and give them an excellent 5-star rating for their consistent quality and exceptional results.

Haven't used this batch yet, but this if the only brand I have been getting for years, I like that they have more than one strain to choose from. This starter makes great yogurt

I've been making yogurt and skyr for over a year now. I have always used live active culture from yogurt bought at the store. But of course I watched a video on YouTube and the best yogurt for the Keto diet is Bulgarian yogurt. I had to try it out. I am satisfied with the outcome using whole milk. I tried Soy milk and it didn't work so well. Even though on the packet is says you can make yogurt using soy milk. It's probably me and my inexperience with dairy free yogurt. So for now I am sticking with milk. If you are into yogurt, give this a try. Update: I made a second batch from the first batch of yogurt and it turned out perfect. I strain my yogurt to make it a Greek style. I can make veggie dips or just a cup of yogurt with fruit on top. The taste is mild, not to tangy. I have to say this culture is top notch and I don't regret the purchase.

This is my second order. The yogurt is delicious and thick. I haven't bought yogurt from the store in over a month. I'm making a new batch from the finished yogurt and the quality is still great.

Just returned from Europe and the Yogurt isn't as good, or as many selections, as American yogurt. But, their Kiefer makes up for it. While shopping here in the State, I found one store that carried Kiefer, and it was too sweet, and for some someone like me who is trying to stay away from sugar; this was not acceptable. Now, thankyou, very much, I can make my own....and it's good.

This is a great starter. I used 4 c whole milk and 1 cup half & half and made it in my electric pressure cooker with yogurt setting. It only took 8 hours for the initial batch to reach the desired thick and creamy stage I prefer. The second batch I made with 3 spoons of the first batch and it was finished in 4 hours. Both batches taste excellent. Update: The instructions said that each batch made from the previous batch would get more tart the further away from the starter it got. I don't understand the biology of this but it is true. After 7 batches it was too sour for my taste. I am glad I bought 12 packets. Still a great product.

Perfecto!

I have used this for cow and goat milk yogurt. It has worked very nicely. No dissolving before adding to your milk and even my goat milk yogurt is thick. Highly recommend.

These yoghurt cultures were absolutely delicious in my yoghurt, it came out thicker than I was thinking it would. Super impressed. Thank you.

I’ve been making yogurt weekly for about 3 months now, and after several batches had to buy more yogurt for a new start. I’ve now made 3 batches from 1 sachet in the Instant Pot. The first batch was liquidy but I strained it - yield was less than usual. Second batch from a spoonful of the first batch and still liquidy after a 12 hour incubation. Third batch from a spoonful of the second batch but to the 2 litres of whole milk (3.5% fat) I added .5 litres of half-n-half (10%). I incubated it overnight for 11 hours. What a result! I had 2.3 litres of thickish yogurt, like commercial brands. I strained out 1 litre of whey and had a tasty, thick Greek yogurt. Highly recommended!

This is my first try at making greek yogurt and the instructions are easy to follow. I made my first batch of yogurt and it tastes great! One packet can give you 10- 25 batches of yogurt. This is a good purchase and I would order this agin.