Category: Recipes

Most ranch dressings are loaded with unhealthy oils and preservatives. This homemade version uses milk kefir to create a tangy, creamy base that is rich in probiotics. It tastes fresher, lighter, and is incredibly easy to make. Prep Time: 5 Mins Yield: 1 Jar (250ml) Shelf Life: 1 Week 🥣 Ingredients 1 Cup (250ml) Milk Kefir (Thick is best) 1 tsp Each Dried Dill, Parsley,...

Making yogurt at home creates a milder, creamier, and far more probiotic-rich result than store-bought versions. You can use a specific heirloom culture or a freeze-dried yogurt starter. Once you master this method, you’ll never go back. Prep Time: 30 Mins Incubation: 6-10 Hrs Difficulty: Easy 🥛 Ingredients 1 Litre Whole Milk 2 Tablespoons Yogurt Starter Optional Milk Powder (For thickness) ⚙️ Instructions 1 Scald...

This is the foundational recipe for brewing raw, unflavored kombucha, often called the First Ferment (F1). Mastering this step is crucial for maintaining a healthy SCOBY. Read more about the benefits of kombucha here. Time: 7-14 Days Yield: 3.5 Litres Difficulty: Medium 🥣 Ingredients 4 Litres Filtered Water 4 Bags/tsp Black Tea 1 Cup (200g) White Sugar 1 SCOBY + 1 Cup Starter Tea ⚙️...

The second fermentation (F2) is where you add flavor and fizz to your water kefir. This Cranberry & Orange blend is tart, refreshing, and delivers excellent carbonation. Before starting, ensure you have strained your grains. If you are new to this, read our guide on how to make authentic water kefir. Time: 24-48 Hrs Yield: 1 Litre Difficulty: Easy 🥣 Ingredients 1 Litre Water Kefir...

This is the ultimate “fast food” for your gut. By soaking oats in milk kefir overnight, you soften the grain, break down anti-nutrients (phytic acid), and create a thick, pudding-like texture without any cooking. Prep Time: 5 Mins Soak Time: 6+ Hours Yield: 1 Jar 🥣 Ingredients 1/2 Cup (50g) Rolled Oats 3/4 Cup (180ml) Milk Kefir 1 Tbsp Chia Seeds 1 tsp Maple Syrup/Honey...

Turning your homemade milk kefir into soft cheese (Labneh) is incredibly simple. It concentrates the fats and proteins, creating a rich, tangy spread similar to cream cheese but packed with probiotics. It’s also the best way to use up a batch that has become too sour to drink. Prep Time: 5 Mins Hanging Time: 12-24 Hrs Yield: ~400g Cheese 🥣 Ingredients 1 Litre Finished Milk...

Craving dessert but want to keep your gut happy? This instant “soft serve” uses frozen fruit and thick milk kefir to create a creamy, tangy treat. It takes minutes to make and is a fantastic way to get probiotics into children who might be picky eaters. Prep Time: 5 Mins Freezing: 0-60 Mins Servings: 2 Bowls 🥣 Ingredients 1 Cup (250ml) Milk Kefir (Chilled) 3...

Using your homemade milk kefir in a smoothie is the easiest way to incorporate high levels of beneficial bacteria into your daily routine. This basic recipe is quick, delicious, and infinitely customizable. For a comparison of your starter options, see our guide on kefir grains vs. starter cultures. Prep Time: 5 Mins Servings: 1 Person Calories: ~220 kcal 🥣 Ingredients 250 ml Milk Kefir 1...

If you have homemade milk kefir in your fridge, you have the secret ingredient for the fluffiest pancakes on earth. The high acidity of the kefir reacts instantly with the baking soda, creating air pockets that make these light as a feather. Prep Time: 10 Mins Cook Time: 15 Mins Yield: 8-10 Pancakes 🥣 Ingredients 1 Cup (250ml) Milk Kefir 1 Cup (150g) All-Purpose Flour...

Once your plain kombucha (F1) is ready, it’s time for the fun part: flavoring and carbonating! This “Second Ferment” (F2) traps the gas inside the bottle to create bubbles. Ginger and Lemon is the classic flavor combination—refreshing, spicy, and great for digestion. Time: 2-5 Days Yield: 1 Litre Difficulty: Easy 🥣 Ingredients 1 Litre Kombucha (F1 Finished) 1 Tbsp Fresh Ginger (Chopped) 2 Tbsp Lemon...