Sous Vide Thick Greek Yogurt: Temperature & Time Guide
Greek yogurt is just regular yogurt with the whey strained out. Sous vide incubates it perfectly, and a strain makes it thick.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
1) Heat milk to 180°F, cool to 115°F. 2) Whisk in yogurt with live cultures. 3) Incubate at 115°F for 10 hours. 4) Strain through cheesecloth or a fine sieve for 2-6 hours until thick. 5) Chill and serve with honey and fruit.
FAQ
What temperature for yogurt?
115°F (46°C) for 10 hours — the ideal incubation range.
How long should I strain?
2 hours for a thinner texture, 6+ hours for spoon-thick Greek style.
Why heat the milk first?
It denatures the proteins, making the yogurt set thicker.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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