Mr. Nguyễn Đình Huy
Homemade natural aloe vera yogurt is surprisingly simple to prepare. With just a few basic ingredients and a little patience, you can create a refreshing dessert packed with fresh, crisp aloe vera. Not only does it help cool the body and aid digestion, but it also improves skin health , making it a delightful and healthy treat for the entire family to enjoy daily.
1. How to use a rice cooker to make natural aloe vera yogurt
1.1 Ingredients
To make a batch of aloe vera yogurt for four people, you will need:
2 kg of fresh aloe vera
4 cups of plain yogurt (at room temperature, not cold)
4 cans of condensed milk (380 g each)
2 liters of unsweetened fresh milk
1.5 liters of water
About half a cup of rock sugar
1.2 Preparing natural aloe vera the right way
Peel off the green skin of the aloe vera and rinse away the yellow sap which is bad for your health. Dice the see-through flesh into small pieces, then soak them in diluted salt water to remove residues.
To make sure the aloe vera is completely clean, blanch it in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, then immediately soak it in cold water for around 20 minutes. Finally, drain well using a sieve.
1.3 Cooking aloe vera with rock sugar
When the water starts boiling, add the cleaned aloe vera cubes, and simmer for a short while until the water gently bubbles, then turn off the heat.
1.4 Mixing the milk base
Add 4 cans of condensed milk and 4 cups of starter yogurt to a large bowl. Stir gently in one direction to keep the yogurt culture active. Then, pour in 2 liters of unsweetened fresh milk and mix everything evenly.
Slowly add the warm aloe vera and rock sugar mixture to the milk base, stirring lightly to prevent sudden temperature changes that could damage the culture.
1.5 Fermenting yogurt with a rice cooker
Once the mixture is ready, pour it into a jar or a bowl, then cover it tightly with plastic wrap. Place the sealed container into a rice cooker and close the lid. It’s important that you do not plug in the cooker. Let the yogurt ferment for 12 hours straight.
1.6 Final product and storage
After 12 hours of incubation, the aloe vera yogurt will have a smooth, firm touch with a pleasant smell of yogurt. The aloe vera cubes will remain crispy and stick firmly to the bowl or jar, even when turned upside down.
When stored in the fridge, the yogurt can keep for up to a week. The cool, creamy yogurt combined with crunchy aloe vera can be a fresh treat for any time of day.
2. Benefits of natural aloe vera yogurt
Many people think aloe vera yogurt is just a cool dessert for hot days. In fact, it’s a smart combination of a pleasant flavor and a range of health benefits. Let’s take a look at some of the most remarkable ones below.
2.1 Improves digestion and strengthens the body from within
Yogurt has always been a popular food for better digestion. It’s full of good bacteria that keep your stomach healthy, help digest food easily and make you feel hungrier naturally.
Natural aloe vera is rich in soluble fiber, which helps your body stay regular and eases constipation. When your digestion is running smoothly, your body can take in nutrients better, naturally strengthening your immune system and reducing common issues like colds or mild stomach troubles.
2.2 Keeps skin hydrated and slows down aging
Natural aloe vera has long been loved for its natural ability to keep the skin soft and hydrated. At the same time, yogurt provides vitamins B and C, along with minerals like zinc and calcium, which help refresh and nourish the skin from within.
Eating aloe vera yogurt regularly helps the skin stay soft, radiant, and smooth, reducing dryness as well as early signs of aging.
2.3 Soothes skin irritation and insect bites
Besides its dietary benefits, aloe vera yogurt can also be used externally for mild cases such as sunburn, mosquito bites, or heat rashes.
The cooling, anti-itch, and anti-inflammatory properties of these two natural ingredients help calm the skin and support gentle healing.
Aloe vera yogurt is an excellent addition to your daily wellness routine. Both parents and children can even prepare it together on weekends for a fun, healthy family activity.
If you have a busy schedule and don’t have time to handle fresh aloe vera, GC Food’s natural aloe vera cubes are a convenient alternative. They allow you to make refreshing aloe vera yogurt easily without the preparation phase.
GC Food selects only fresh, high-quality aloe leaves and processes them right after harvest. Thanks to a closed and carefully controlled system, the aloe vera cubes always maintain their natural crunch, pleasant taste, and safety, remaining ready for you and your family to enjoy.
