How to Make Homemade Buttermilk

Never run out of buttermilk again! This guide offers a quick and easy solution for making your own homemade buttermilk. It's the perfect substitute when a recipe calls for it, and includes several helpful ideas to get you started.

Course Condiments Sauces and Dips

Cuisine American

Keyword 2 ingredient recipes, easy homemade recipes

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings

Calories 30kcal

Author Nicole Cook

Ingredients

2 cup milk (whole milk or low-fat milk work well)
2 tablespoons lemon juice OR white vinegar

Instructions

Pour 2 cups of milk into a measuring cup or a small bowl.
Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to the milk.
Stir gently to combine, then let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes. The milk will begin to curdle slightly, that's perfect!

Notes

Tips:

Don't Over-Acidify: One tablespoon of acid is sufficient. Too much acid will make the buttermilk very tart.
Use Room Temperature Milk: Cold milk will take longer to curdle.
Storage: Your homemade buttermilk can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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