Go Back
La Michoacana Yogurt Recipe

La Michoacana Yogurt Recipe

Explore the richness of Mexican flavors with our homemade Michoacana yogurt recipe. A delightful and healthy twist to your dessert repertoire awaits.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Jars with Lids
  •  Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • Chopping Board and Knife:
  • Spoon or Whisk
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients
  

  • Whole milk 4 cups
  • Plain yogurt 1 cup

  • Honey 1/2 cup 
  • Diced fresh mango 1 cup
  • Shredded coconut 1/4 cup
  • Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon 
  • Chopped pistachios 1/4 cup
  • Pinch of salt

For The Toppings:

  • Mango Madness: Add extra diced mango for a burst of fruity freshness.
  • Coconut Bliss: Sprinkle more shredded coconut for a tropical twist.
  • Pistachio Crunch: Increase the chopped pistachios for a satisfying crunch.
  • Honey Drizzle: Sweeten the deal with a generous drizzle of honey.

Instructions
 

Step 1: Heating the Milk

  • In a saucepan, heat the whole milk until it almost boils. Then wait for these to cool until .

Step 2: Adding Yogurt

  • Once cooled, add 1 cup of plain yogurt with live cultures to the milk. Stir well to combine.

Step 3: Culturing the Yogurt

  • Cover the saucepan and let it sit for 2 hours or until the mixture thickens.

Step 4: Flavor Infusion

  • Mix in 1/2 cup of honey, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Ensure a smooth and well-incorporated mixture.

Step 5: Preparing Jars

  • Pour the flavored yogurt into jars, creating layers by adding diced mango, shredded coconut, and chopped pistachios between each layer.

Step 6: Refrigeration

  • Seal the jars with lids and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the yogurt to set and flavors to meld.
Keyword La Michoacana Yogurt Recipe