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    Home » Ferment

    Kefir Recipes

    Published: Mar 26, 2019 · Modified: Nov 10, 2023 · Leave a Comment

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    Whether you're a regular kefir drinker, or just starting to learn about water kefir and milk kefir, these kefir recipes will help you enjoy even more of these delicious probiotic drinks!
    Whether you're a regular kefir drinker, or just starting to learn about water kefir and milk kefir, these kefir recipes will help you enjoy even more of these delicious probiotic drinks!
    Whether you're a regular kefir drinker, or just starting to learn about water kefir and milk kefir, these kefir recipes will help you enjoy even more of these delicious probiotic drinks!
    Whether you're a regular kefir drinker, or just starting to learn about water kefir and milk kefir, these kefir recipes will help you enjoy even more of these delicious probiotic drinks!
    Whether you're a regular kefir drinker, or just starting to learn about water kefir and milk kefir, these kefir recipes will help you enjoy even more of these delicious probiotic drinks!

    Whether you're a regular kefir drinker, or just starting to learn about water kefir and milk kefir, these kefir recipes will help you enjoy even more of these delicious probiotic drinks!

    Are you a kefir fan?

    Did someone tell you to try kefir, but you have no idea what it is?

    This kefir recipe roundup will help walk you through the different types of kefir, show you where to learn how to make kefir, and (of course) give you kefir recipes!

    Water Kefir

    Water kefir is a fizzy, carbonated, vegan probiotic drink.

    If you love soda, and are trying to kick the habit-- water kefir is an excellent soda replacement.

    Want to try BUYING water kefir?

    Look for it near the kombucha.

    It will either be labeled water kefir or "sparkling probiotic drink," and where I live, the easiest brand of water kefir to find is Kevita.

    Learn How to Make Water Kefir

    Once you're hooked, you might decide to make your own water kefir!

    The good news-- it's EASY.

    And if you're a regular water kefir drinker, making your own will save money!

    How to Make Water Kefir
    Love water kefir? This fermented, vegan probiotic drink is easy to make at home, and is a delicious, light, and flavorful alternative to milk kefir or kombucha.
    Make It

    Water Kefir Recipes

    On its own, water kefir doesn't have much flavor. Normally, you'll mix it with juice or another flavor mix-in.

    Check out the water kefir recipe ideas in the How to Make Water Kefir tutorial, and then try these water kefir recipe ideas:

    • Swap unflavored water kefir for club soda in a cocktail. Try it in this mint julep!
    • Add it to lemonade just before serving for a sparkling lemonade. Try it with this lavender lemonade!
    • Add it to a shrub drink (a drink made with flavored vinegar). Try it with this strawberry balsamic shrub from The Little Epicurean.
    • Milk Kefir

      Milk kefir is a creamy probiotic drink. Think of it as drinkable yogurt.

      Just like water kefir, you can buy milk kefir at the store already made. Look for it near the milk and yogurt.

      Keep in mind that flavored, store-bought milk kefir is usually packed with added sugars. Look for unflavored milk kefir if you want less sugar.

      And-- just like with water kefir-- you can make milk kefir at home.

      Except-- it's EVEN EASIER to make milk kefir than it is to make water kefir.

      As in-- ridiculously easy.

      And you can make it with dairy milk or coconut milk. Learn how in this How to Make Milk Kefir tutorial.

      How to Make Milk Kefir
      Are you tired of buying store-bought kefir? This step-by-step tutorial will walk you through How to Make Milk Kefir at home– all the way from the kefir grains to adding flavor!
      Make It
      Plain kefir, strawberry kefir, and strawberries on a counter

      Milk Kefir Recipes

      Once you've tried making milk kefir, you might want to try using it in other recipes too!

      One of my favorite ways to use milk kefir is to add it to smoothies. It adds a little tang to the smoothie, without making it thicker and hard to drink.

      Check out these milk kefir smoothie ideas:

      Mango Lassi with Kefir
      This cold and refreshing Mango Lassi is made with Milk Kefir! Enjoy this sweet, probiotic-packed summer drink.
      Make It
      mango lassi with kefir in juice glasses
      Turmeric Smoothie with Kefir (Golden Milk)
      This vegan-friendly Turmeric Smoothie with Kefir is an ice cold twist on Golden Milk.  Drink it for the probiotics, for the health benefits, and for the delicious, peppery flavor.
      Make It
      turmeric smoothie, bottle of kefir, bottle of turmeric
      Orange Smoothie with Kefir Milk
      This orange smoothie with kefir is a sweet and tangy, immune-boosting smoothie, and is packed with probiotics and vitamins C.
      Make It
      orange smoothie with kefir in glasses
      Persimmon Smoothie
      This quick and easy persimmon smoothie is made with gorgeous persimmons, milk kefir, almonds, and a dash of maple syrup.  It's perfect for breakfast, as a post-workout drink, or even a light dessert!
      Make It
      persimmon smoothies and persimmons

      And finally-- my favorite-- the kefir recipe that keeps me from devouring pints of ice cream each summer!

      The kefir recipe that helped me (mostly) break my ice cream sandwich obsession!

      Have you guessed what it is yet?

      I scream, you scream, we all scream for...

      Kefir Ice Cream!!!

      Kefir Ice Cream
      This Kefir Ice Cream tutorial will walk you through how to make this customizable, healthy treat using plain milk kefir as your ice cream base. No ice cream maker? No problem!
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      Kefir ice cream in bowls

      Want even more KEFIR RECIPE ideas? Check out these Kefir Pancakes from Vikalinka, as well as this Cold Beet Soup and Chocolate Kefir Cake from Imagelicious,

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