Kefir is a probiotic drink as well as a cultured dairy beverage that is great for its health benefits, but can it be used in your coffee? We’ll find out in this post.
What Kefir Is
Kefir is a fermented milk beverage popular in many parts of the world. It is made by culturing kefir grains and adding milk. There are many different kinds of kefir, including white, red, yellow, green, and chocolate.
What is the difference between kefir and yogurt?
- Kefir and yogurt are both cultured dairy products. They are often used interchangeably, but there are important differences.
- Kefir is made using kefir grains. Yogurt is made using bacteria. Yogurt is made by inoculating milk with Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus bacteria. This process creates a culture of live bacteria.
- Kefir is made by inoculating milk with yeast. Kefir grains are the yeast, which ferment the milk. Yogurt is made by inoculating milk with bacteria.
- When making kefir, the bacteria ferments the milk to create a sweet drink. When making yogurt, the bacteria cultures the milk to produce acidity and flavor.
- Kefir and yogurt are both cultured products. However, yogurt contains live bacterial cultures while kefir uses yeast.
- Kefir and yogurt are both fermented foods, but they are made from very different ingredients.
How to Make Kefir
Kefir is a beverage made from fermented milk with a sour taste. It has many health benefits and it’s a refreshing drink for a hot day. I’ve been drinking kefir since my early days in college and I still enjoy it today.
Kefir is very easy to make at home, and it’s very cheap to buy. There are two main ways to make it at home: buy it in the store or make it yourself. If you choose the store option, you can buy kefir grains at most grocery stores. If you choose the homemade route, you’ll need to find the ingredients listed below.
Ingredients:
- 1 quart milk
- 2 cups kefir grains
- 1 cup sugar
- Water
- Sugar (optional)
- How to Make Kefir
Step 1: Combine Milk and Sugar
Combine all ingredients in a jar. Shake it until the sugar is dissolved. The milk and sugar should be mixed well.
Step 2: Cover the Jar with a Sock or Towel
Make sure the jar is covered so that no light can get inside. Let it sit at room temperature for 12-24 hours.
Step 3: Transfer to the Fridge
Remove the jar from the fridge and transfer the mixture into a clean glass bottle. Refrigerate for 24-48 hours.
What Dishes Can You Make Using Kefir ?
Kefir is a probiotic beverage made from kefir grains. It’s very versatile. The grains can be bought at a health food store, and it can be made at home. Here are a few recipes to get you started:
Kefir Bread
- 1 cup Kefir
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup milk
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Put in a loaf pan and bake at 350F for 45 minutes to an hour. Remove from oven and let cool.
Kefir Mousse
- 1 1/2 cups kefir
- 2 eggs, slightly beaten
- 1/4 cup sugar
Mix all ingredients together and pour into a glass dish. Chill for an hour or two.
Kefir Smoothie
- 2 cups kefir
- 2 cups frozen fruit
- Blend in a blender.
Can You Use Kefir in Coffee
Yes, you can make coffee using kefir with these easy steps which are mentioned below :
STEP 1: Ingredients
Ingredients:
• 1 cup of milk kefir
• 1/4 cup of sugar
• 1 cup of coffee
STEP 2: How to Make Kefir in Coffee This method is our favorite because it uses only two ingredients (the first being the kefir itself). However, it’s a little tricky because you don’t want to end up with sugar crystals on top of your coffee. To avoid this, you’ll need to add a tablespoon of milk kefir first. Then you’ll pour the rest of the milk kefir over the top and let it sit until it forms a layer of liquid kefir. Once this happens, you’ll then pour your coffee into the mix and enjoy!
