How to Turn Yogurt into Greek Yogurt
Love the thick, creamy texture of Greek yogurt but only have regular yogurt in your fridge? You’re in luck—it’s surprisingly easy to turn regular yogurt into Greek yogurt right at home!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Straining Time2 hours hrs
Total Time2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course: how-to
Cuisine: diy
Keyword: how to
- fine mesh strainer or colander
- large bowl
- cheesecloth
Place a large colander or mesh strainer over a large bowl. Make sure the bottom of the strainer is at least 2 inches above the bottom of the bowl so the liquid (whey) has space to drain out.
large bowl, fine mesh strainer or colander
Lay a large piece of cheesecloth (or a clean, thin dish towel) over the colander, making sure there’s enough overhang to hold all the yogurt.
Pour your regular yogurt into the lined colander. You can use plain store-bought yogurt or homemade. Place the whole setup in the fridge, uncovered. Let the yogurt strain for 2 to 5 hours, depending on how thick you want it. The longer it strains, the thicker it becomes.
Once the yogurt has reached your desired consistency, transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the fridge and enjoy within a week.
Don’t toss the liquid that drained out! You can freeze the whey in ice cube trays for later use. It’s also great in smoothies, soups, or even as a substitute for the liquid in pancakes and baked goods.