Milk Kefir
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There's no need to be daunted by the idea of making milk kefir at home. You can learn to make homemade milk kefir from our Cultures for Health team and other Real Food pros!
Milk Kefir can be made with milk kefir grains or a kefir starter culture. Milk Kefir Grains are a re-usable, heirloom culture. Kefir Starter Culture is a direct-set (single-use) culture.
Whether you are just starting out making milk kefir on your own or have cultured dairy before, we have a wide selection of expert advice articles, how-to videos, and recipes to help you make milk kefir at home. Browse our expert advice below and remember...you can do this!
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Introduction to Milk Kefir
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How to Find Milk Kefir Grains
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Composition of Milk Kefir Grains: Bacteria & Yeasts
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The Difference Between Kefir and Yogurt
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Milk Kefir vs. Water Kefir
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Milk Kefir FAQ
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Choosing Milk for Making Dairy Kefir
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Choosing Equipment For Making Dairy Kefir
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Choosing a Kefir Culture: Kefir Grains vs. Powdered Starter Culture
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HOW-TO VIDEO: Activating Dehydrated Milk Kefir Grains
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How To Make Kefir With A Direct-Set Starter Culture
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HOW-TO VIDEO: How to Make Milk Kefir
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How to Slow Down Milk Kefir + Make Smaller Batches
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Can You Make Kefir From Prepared Kefir?
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Timing Milk Kefir to Manipulate Flavor
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Reducing The Lactose Content Of Kefir
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Creative Ways To Use Dairy Kefir
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How To Take A Break From Making Milk Kefir
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Encouraging Milk Kefir Grains To Multiply
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Hard Kefir Cheese
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HOW-TO VIDEO: Milk Kefir Second Fermentation & Flavoring
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How to Remove Milk Kefir Grains From Finished Kefir
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The Role Of Dairy Fat In Cultured Milk Products
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How to Use Previously Frozen Milk For Culturing
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How To Strain Whey From Cultured Dairy
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The Amazing Number Of Kefir Dairy Products
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Kefir Whey
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Introducing Milk Kefir Grains To Raw Milk
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Goat Milk Kefir
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How To Make Raw Milk Kefir
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Using Kefir In Everyday Recipes
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How To Use Kefir As Sourdough Starter
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Dairy-Free Kefir Options
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Straining Milk Kefir Grains from Over-Cultured Kefir
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Five Ways To Use Milk Kefir
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Coconut Milk Kefir - 3 Ways!
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Cultured Coconut
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Converting Milk Kefir Grains to Water Kefir Grains
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Milk Kefir Grains Troubleshooting FAQ
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The Complete Milk Kefir Glossary: Making Milk Kefir from A to Z
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How to Make Almond Milk Kefir
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How to Make Cultured Ice Cream
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Ways To Use Whey
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The Benefits Of Soaking Grains And Flours In Cultured Dairy
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The Differences Between Cow Milk And Goat Milk
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A Complete Guide To Cultured Smoothies
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Cross-Contamination: Keeping Your Cultures Safe From Each Other
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How Long Will Your Cultures Last?
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Warm Weather Care For Starter Cultures
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Cold Weather Care For Starter Cultures
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Blog Post: Accidental Experiments in Milk Kefir Second Fermentation
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Blog Post: How to Get More Kefir from Powdered Kefir Starter
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Blog Post: Salad Kraut & Other Tips for Streamlining Ferment Routines
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Blog Post: Adventures in Milk Kefir Ice Cream
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Blog Post: The Quickest Path to Kefir Cheese
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Blog Post: Kefir-Soaked Muesli
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Blog Post: Making Milk Kefir When you Don't Want to Keep up With the Grains
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Blog Post: Why I'm Soaking Grains in Milk Kefir Right Now
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Blog Post: Getting Back into Goat Milk Kefir
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Blog Post: Rehydrating Milk Kefir Grains with Non-Homogenized Milk
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Blog Post: Moving Into the Summer Season of Fermentation
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Blog Post: 5 Ways I Use Mason Jars for Culturing
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Blog Post: My Top Five Ferments, in Order of Ease of Preparation
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Blog Post: Milk Kefir: Learning to Use it Every Single Day
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Blog Post: Making Milk Kefir - Temperature & How to Choose A Culturing Period
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Blog Post: Milk Kefir: The Common Mistake you Might be Making
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Introduction to Milk Kefir
Perhaps you've heard of milk kefir's probiotic benefits. But do you know more? Discover more about milk kefir, its origin, and how to make it at home.
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How to Find Milk Kefir Grains
Wondering how to get your hands on a set of milk kefir grains? These guidelines will help you decide what starter is best for you!
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Composition of Milk Kefir Grains: Bacteria & Yeasts
Curious about what probiotics are in milk kefir? Browse our list of common strains of yeast and bacteria that generally comprise milk kefir grains.
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The Difference Between Kefir and Yogurt
Kefir and Yogurt are both cultured dairy products but there are differences between kefir and yogurt that make them unique. Learn which is best for you!
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Milk Kefir vs. Water Kefir
Did you know there are actually two types of kefir? Learn the differences between milk kefir and water kefir, choose your favorite, or enjoy both!
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Milk Kefir FAQ
Considering making milk kefir at home? How does kefir taste? How is it made? Get answers to frequently asked milk kefir questions to be ready to make kefir!
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Choosing Milk for Making Dairy Kefir
Learn about the various types of milk for making kefir. Decide which processing methods work for you, from pasteurized to raw and whole to low-fat milk.
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Choosing Equipment For Making Dairy Kefir
Learn about the best equipment, culturing container, cover, and strainer, for making safe and healthy dairy milk kefir at home.
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Choosing a Kefir Culture: Kefir Grains vs. Powdered Starter Culture
Are kefir grains or a powdered kefir starter the best option for making kefir at home? Learn about each type of culture to help you choose the one for you!
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HOW-TO VIDEO: Activating Dehydrated Milk Kefir Grains
In this how-to video, we'll show you how to rehydrate and activate dried milk kefir grains to you're ready to make kefir regularly.
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How To Make Kefir With A Direct-Set Starter Culture
Learn to make kefir with a direct-set starter culture. Our step-by-step instructions make it easy to make Kefir at home using milk, juice, or coconut water.
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HOW-TO VIDEO: How to Make Milk Kefir
Learn to make probiotic-rich milk kefir at home with our how-to video and instructions. Save money using milk kefir grains to make homemade milk kefir.
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