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    Home » Blog » Recipes

    25+ Kefir Recipes

    Published: Jun 9, 2024 by Christy Faber · Leave a Comment

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    Explore a variety of nutritious and tasty recipes in this round-up of 25+ Kefir Recipes. This collection includes everything from fluffy kefir pancakes and tangy kefir smoothies to creamy kefir ice cream and silky kefir panna cotta. Packed with probiotics and flavor!

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    What is kefir?

    Kefir is a fermented milk drink. It is made by adding kefir grains—a combination of bacteria and yeast—to milk, which then ferments over a period of about 24 hours. The result is a tangy, slightly effervescent beverage that is rich in probiotics and nutrients.

    FAQs about Kefir

    How is kefir made?

    Kefir is made by adding kefir grains to milk and letting it ferment at room temperature for about 24 hours. The grains are then strained out, leaving behind the fermented kefir drink.

    What does kefir taste like?

    Kefir has a tangy, slightly sour taste with a creamy texture. The flavor can vary depending on the fermentation time and the type of milk used.

    Where can I buy kefir?

    Kefir can be found in most grocery stores, health food stores, and online. It is often located near the yogurt and dairy sections. You can also make your own kefir at home using kefir grains.

    Kefir Chia pudding with peppermint and strawberry slice garnish in a glass mason jar.
    How to Make Kefir Chia Pudding
    This easy Kefir Chia Pudding is made with just 4 ingredients, is full of healthy fats and fiber, and is the perfect make ahead snack or grab-and-go breakfast idea.

    Recipe: Little Home in the Making
    Kefir Chia Pudding
    Kefir smoothie topped with banana slices, raspberries, almond shavings and chia seeds on a staged breakfast table.
    Kefir Smoothie Bowl
    This easy and satisfying recipe for a Kefir Smoothie Bowl is the perfect healthy breakfast idea. Made with probiotic-rich milk kefir, and topped with a variety of fruits and superfoods.

    Recipe: Little Home in the Making
    Kefir Smoothie Bowl
    Green smoothie in a tall mason jar with spinach and banana in the background.
    Kefir Green Smoothie
    This healthy Kefir Green Smoothie is a tasty blend of milk kefir, spinach, mango, pineapple and banana. An easy nutrient dense breakfast!

    Recipe: Little Home in the Making
    Kefir Green Smoothie
    Kefir Overnight Oats (Healthy Breakfast!)
    Kefir Overnight Oats (Healthy Breakfast!)
    These kefir overnight oats are packed with fiber, protein, and gut-friendly probiotics for a nutritious, dietitian-designed, make-ahead breakfast idea!

    Recipe: Walder Wellness
    Kefir Overnight Oats
    Overnight oats in a mason jar, with mango chunks on top.
    Mango Turmeric Overnight Oats with Kefir
    These small jars of breakfast bliss are filled with Mango Turmeric Overnight Oats made with probiotic kefir and anti-inflammatory turmeric.

    Recipe: Flavour and Savour
    Mango Turmeric Overnight Oats with Kefir
    Four stacked mini pancakes on an ornate plate with a fancy fork, with someone placing red currents on the vine on top.
    Kefir Pancakes
    Try these kefir pancakes if you are looking for a different recipe to up your breakfast game! Kefir makes them plump, fluffy and ridiculously delicious!

    Recipe: Vikalinka
    Kefir Pancakes
    Four kefir berry popsicles stacked on a baking sheet with other popsicles and berries around them.
    Kefir Berry Popsicles
    Running low on kefir recipes? Get the recipe for these refreshing, easy, and gut-healthy popsicles made with probiotic rich kefir, frozen berries, and honey; perfect for summer!

    Recipe: Back Road Bloom
    Kefir Berry Popsicles
    Kefir crepes stacked on a pie stand on a wooden table with red and orange currents beside it.
    Russian Kefir Crepes
    Classic, airy and lacy Russian Kefir Crepes, or as we call them bliny, served with caviar. Super simple choux batter technique!

    Recipe: GastroSenses
    Russian Kefir Crepes
    Kefir sour cream in a mason jar with a small wooden spoonful coming out.
    Easy Kefir Sour Cream
    A tasty way to add probiotic goodness to your life, kefir sour cream is easy to make and tastes delicious! It’s the perfect gut-friendly condiment that goes great with potatoes, tacos, and soups.

    Recipe: The Things We'll Make
    Kefir Sour Cream
    Kefir ice cream in a small dessert bowl with two raspberry on top and a bowl of pomegranate seeds beside it on a serving dish.
    Homemade Kefir Ice Cream
    Slightly tangy, yet creamy and smooth, this homemade kefir ice cream, or frozen kefir, is a delicious frozen treat with the probiotic benefits of kefir.

    Recipe: The Things We'll Make
    Homemade Kefir Ice Cream
    Four mango popsicles on a plate with ice cubs and cut up mangos.
    Creamy Mango Popsicles (3 Ingredients!)
    These creamy mango popsicles have it all – the sweet mango, the soft texture, and none of the guilt! Packed with probiotics and ultra-creamy, kefir is the secret to these refreshing summer pops.

    Recipe: Live Eat Learn
    3 Ingredient Creamy Mango Popsicles
    Kefir ranch dressing in a mason jar with some dripping over the edge and wooden spoon in it and fresh vegetables around.
    Kefir Ranch Dressing
    You can make your own Kefir Ranch Dressing at home with just a quick mix of herbs you probably already have in your spice cabinet.

    Recipe: Live Eat Learn
    Kefir Ranch Dressing
    Kefir panna cotta in an ornate glass bowl with chopped strawberries on top and fresh fruit and honey in a bowl around.
    Kefir Honey Panna Cotta
    Smooth and Silky Italian Panna Cotta with Lifeway Kefir! Authentic Italian Panna Cotta recipe using Kefir! Yes, kefir panna cotta! Not only is this recipe silky smooth and irresistible- it is high in protein!

    Recipe: Cucina By Elena
    Kefir Honey Panna Cotta
    Chocolate banana cake cut into nine pieces on parchment paper with chestnuts and chocolate chips in bowls beside.
    Chocolate Banana Kefir Cake
    This chocolate banana kefir cake with espresso hazelnut streusel is a great afternoon treat that’s not too sweet and has the perfect texture!

    Recipe: Cherry on my Sundae
    Chocolate Banana Kefir Cake
    Two layered kefir and honey cake with icing and strawberries on top.
    Kefir and Honey Cake
    This healthy-ish cake is wonderful for spring. Its made with wholesome spelt flour and probiotic rich kefir, layered with a honey cream and topped with fresh berries.

    Recipe: Coco et Sel
    Kefir and Honey Cake
    Sliced sourdough cornbread in fabric, surrounded by thyme.
    Kefir Fermented Honey Thyme Sourdough Cornbread
    This kefir fermented honey thyme sourdough cornbread is more nutritious than your typical cornbread, easy on digestion and naturally sweetened! Using milk kefir to ferment the batter adds extra yumminess to the bread, without the maintenance of the sourdough starter. The tanginess of the kefir resembles the flavour of lemon, which pairs really well with honey and thyme to make this cornbread extra special.

    Recipe: Yang's Nourishing Kitchen
    Kefir Fermented Honey Thyme Sourdough Cornbread
    Tzatziki dip with olive oil and other ingredients on top.
    Probiotic Kefir Tzatziki Dip
    Make your own tzatziki dip from one of the best probiotic source, milk kefir. This kefir tzatziki recipe is not only healthy for the digestive system, but also a tasty condiment for grilled meats and vegetables at summer BBQs.

    Recipe: Yang's Nourishing Kitchen
    Probiotic Kefir Tzatziki Dip
    Kefir and avocado dressing in a small mason jar on a table top with cut up lemons, avocados and other greens around it.
    Kefir Avocado Green Goddess Dressing
    Kefir avocado green goddess dressing is creamy, tangy and refreshing. Made with the most wholesome and nutritious superfood ingredients, you can enjoy this dressing to your heart’s content.

    Recipe: Yang's Nourishing Kitchen
    Kefir Avocado Green Goddess Dressing
    A piece of chocolate cake with a chocolate icing and chocolate ball on top on an ornate plate in front of the rest of the cake on a cake plate.
    Chocolate Kefir Cake
    This Chocolate Kefir Cake is moist and delicious. It’s lighter than regular chocolate cake but still has intense flavour and is perfect to end any meal

    Recipe: Imagelicious
    Chocolate Kefir Cake
    Two sliced pieces of kefir bread loaf leaning on the rest of the loaf on a staged table top.
    Kefir Bread Recipe (No Yeast, No Kneading)
    Scared of sourdough? This easy three ingredient bread is similar in taste, but is raised with milk kefir instead so no need to fuss with starters.

    Recipe: Fuss Free Flavours
    Kefir Bread Recipe

    If you tried any of these Kefir Recipes or any other recipe on my website, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the 📝 comments below. I love hearing from you!)

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