🍯 Honey Lavender Yogurt
A Floral Twist You've Never Tried!
📌 In This Article
🍯 The Honey Lavender Story
"Honey lavender yogurt is the floral twist you never knew you needed. Creamy, fragrant, and absolutely divine."
If you love floral flavors, this yogurt is for you. The combination of sweet honey and aromatic lavender creates a creamy, fragrant, and utterly delicious yogurt that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
It's naturally sweetened with honey, so there's no refined sugar. And the lavender? It's calming, aromatic, and adds a touch of elegance.
💬 The verdict: "This honey lavender yogurt is the best thing I've ever made. It's like eating a flower garden!"
📦 Ingredients
🍯 For the Yogurt
- 🥛 1 carton Fairlife milk – Or Organic Valley Ultra
- 🍯 1/2 cup honey – Local, raw honey is best
- 🌸 1-2 tbsp culinary lavender – Dried
- 🥄 2-3 heaping tbsp yogurt starter
🌸 For Infusion
- 🥛 1/4 cup warm milk – For infusing lavender
- 🌸 Extra lavender – For garnish (optional)
- 🍯 Extra honey – For drizzling
💡 Pro tip: "Use culinary lavender — it's safe to eat and has the best flavor."
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 – Infuse the Lavender
- In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup warm milk and 1-2 tbsp lavender.
- Let steep for 10-15 minutes.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
💡 Pro tip: "Strain well to remove any lavender pieces — you want flavor, not texture."
Step 2 – Mix Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine milk, infused milk, honey, and starter.
- Whisk well until fully combined.
💡 Pro tip: "The honey adds natural sweetness and helps the yogurt set."
Step 3 – Pour into Jars
- Pour the mixture into glass jars.
- Leave about 1/2 inch headspace.
- Seal with lids.
💡 Pro tip: "Use jars that fit in your Instant Pot."
Step 4 – Incubate
- Place jars in the Instant Pot.
- Add water to the pot (about halfway up the jars).
- Press the Yogurt button.
- Set incubation time to 8 hours.
💡 Pro tip: "8 hours gives a perfect, creamy texture."
Step 5 – Chill
- After incubation, remove the jars from the Instant Pot.
- Place them in the refrigerator.
- Chill for 8 hours.
💡 Pro tip: "The yogurt will set as it chills."
Step 6 – Enjoy!
- Open a jar of yogurt.
- Top with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of lavender.
- Enjoy your floral, creamy yogurt!
💡 Pro tip: "Serve with fresh berries for the ultimate breakfast."
💡 Pro Tips for Honey Lavender Yogurt
- 🌸 Use culinary lavender: Only use food-grade lavender.
- 🍯 Use local honey: It adds the best flavor.
- 🥛 Use ultra-filtered milk: Gives the creamiest texture.
- ⏱️ Don't over-infuse: Too much lavender can be soapy.
- 🧊 Chill completely: 8 hours in the fridge is essential.
- 🥄 Save starter: Use 2-3 tbsp for your next batch.
- 🍓 Top with berries: Strawberries or blueberries are perfect.
🌸 Flavor Variations to Try
- 🌸 Rose & Honey: Use rose water instead of lavender
- 🌿 Mint & Honey: Add fresh mint leaves
- 🍯 Lemon & Lavender: Add lemon zest
- 🍓 Strawberry & Lavender: Top with strawberry compote
- 🫐 Blueberry & Lavender: Top with blueberry compote
💡 Pro tip: "Experiment with different floral and fruit combinations!"
🥫 How to Store
- 🧊 Refrigerator: Up to 2 weeks
- 🥄 Save starter: Reserve 2-3 tbsp for next batch
- 🌸 Garnish fresh: Add lavender just before serving
💡 Pro tip: "The flavor gets better after 24 hours in the fridge."
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Can I use fresh lavender?
Yes, use 2 tbsp fresh lavender instead of dried.
❓ What if I don't have culinary lavender?
You can use lavender tea bags — steep them in the milk.
❓ Can I use a different sweetener?
Yes, but honey pairs best with lavender.
❓ How long does this last?
Up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
❓ Can I make this without an Instant Pot?
Yes — use a yogurt maker or oven method.
❓ Why is my yogurt runny?
You may not have incubated long enough.
❓ Can I use flavored honey?
Yes! Orange blossom or wildflower honey work great.
❓ Is this good for gut health?
Yes! It's packed with probiotics.
❓ Can I add the lavender directly to the yogurt?
Strain it first — the flavor is better without the texture.
❓ Will I ever buy store-bought yogurt again?
Probably not! This is so much better!
📄 Printable Recipe Card
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║ HONEY LAVENDER YOGURT ║
║ A Floral Twist You've Never Tried! ║
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YIELD: 4-5 jars | TIME: 8 hrs incubation + 8 hrs chill
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INGREDIENTS
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- 1 carton Fairlife milk (or Organic Valley Ultra)
- 1/2 cup honey (local, raw)
- 1-2 tbsp culinary lavender (dried)
- 2-3 heaping tbsp yogurt starter
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INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Steep lavender in 1/4 cup warm milk for 10-15 minutes. Strain.
2. Combine milk, infused milk, honey, and starter. Whisk well.
3. Pour into glass jars. Leave 1/2" headspace. Seal.
4. Place jars in Instant Pot with water halfway up.
5. Incubate on Yogurt setting for 8 hours.
6. Remove jars and refrigerate for 8 hours.
7. Top with honey and lavender. Enjoy!
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FLAVOR VARIATIONS
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🌸 Rose & Honey
🌿 Mint & Honey
🍯 Lemon & Lavender
🍓 Strawberry & Lavender
🫐 Blueberry & Lavender
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FLORAL TWIST! 🌸
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"Honey lavender yogurt is the floral twist you never
knew you needed. Creamy, fragrant, and absolutely
divine." ❤️
© CanningRebels — Honey Lavender Yogurt
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