Yoghurt – Step-by-step guide

Since I decided to adopt a vegan lifestyle, my entire eating habits have changed. I used to eat a lot of yoghurt, amongst other things. I made the switch about 1.5 years ago, and back then there were practically only soya-based yoghurt alternatives available, which I unfortunately don’t really like. I’ve found a tasty substitute in the Harvest Moon yoghurt alternatives, but they’re more of an occasional treat.

But I like to try things out for myself. That’s why I’ve now tried out the My.Yo yoghurt maker. My first attempt has produced a soya-based yoghurt alternative. And I’m already looking forward to experimenting with different flavours and additives to put into the yoghurt alternative!

According to the manufacturer, unfortunately it only works with soya milk. But I’ll find a way to make other yoghurt alternatives too! (-; It’s possible, though, that I’ll like this homemade yoghurt alternative so much that I won’t want anything else at all ^^

How does the yoghurt maker work?

What you’ll need:

• Yoghurt maker
• 1 sachet of starter culture
• 1 litre of soya drink

It’s really simple:

1. Mix the starter culture with 1 litre of soya drink in the inner container

2. Fill the yoghurt maker with 750 ml of boiling water

3. Place the inner container in the yoghurt maker and close the lid

4. The most agonising part for the curious among us: waiting 12–14 hours :O

5. After 12.5 loooong hours, the moment had finally arrived. At last, I opened the container and took out the yoghurt alternative.

The smell is very reminiscent of all those soya-based yoghurt alternatives I’ve never liked. Still, I had to give it a try to find out if it tastes the same.

At first, I was speechless. Wow, this yoghurt alternative tastes delicious and isn’t as soy-heavy as all the others. It’s slightly tangy but still very mild in flavour. Nevertheless, I wanted to try out different flavours. They were all sweetened with xylitol.

I added a bit of protein powder and some pre-soaked oats. As I’ve done quite a lot of exercise today – by my standards, at least – it’s just what I need. The topping is blueberry crunch.

As well as the soaked oats, this delicious version also contained vanilla powder and was topped with blueberry crunch and fresh banana pieces.

The third variation was made without oats, but with cocoa powder and coconut flakes as a topping.

There wasn’t much left. The rest went into empty jars, then into the fridge, and was enjoyed the next morning.

My verdict

This soya-based yoghurt alternative is very easy and quick to make yourself, and my partner and I both love the taste. The only downside is the long waiting time, but it’s definitely worth it! I almost regret not having tried it much sooner (-;

What’s more, this yoghurt alternative is also very healthy, as it contains probiotic and prebiotic cultures. It’s said that this alternative keeps in the fridge for about five days, though that didn’t apply to us anyway, as we simply couldn’t resist it for that long. The yoghurt made from the one litre of soya drink was eaten that very evening, with the exception of the two small jars.

Where can I get the products?

On fabulous.ch you’ll find everything you need to make your own vegan yoghurt.

Making yoghurt at home

Here you’ll find the fabulous instructions so you can make your own plant-based yoghurt.