Best Positively Probiotic Yogurt Starter Cultures in 2026

MAKING HOMEMADE YOGURT? It's possible and so simple! With our freeze-dried yogurt starter the result is always smooth and creamy.

Do good to your health with 100 billion live and active bacteria per 100 g serving!

PROMOTE GUT WELLNESS - They can improve lactose digestion, play a role in preventing and treating diarrhea and act on the immune system, helping the body to resist and fight infection. The presence of “live cultures” keep your gut populated with healthful microflora that keep you healthy.

EASY AND ECONOMICAL - Our freeze-dried yogurt starter allows you to make homemade yogurt possible and so simple and the result is always smooth and simple.

GOOD TO YOUR HEALTH - 100 billion live and active bacteria per 100 g serving does good to your health.

CERTIFIED PURE BLEND OF CULTURES - No preservatives or coloring agents, Gluten free, Kosher certified and Halal certified.

Use with all kinds of yogurt makers and whole milk

Contains live active bacteria like ''Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. Bulgaricus'' and ''Streptococcus thermophilus''

One sachet is enough to make 1 quart of plain,slightly tart in taste yogurt and re-cultured after

CREATE YOUR OWN YOGURT – Create your own healthy and pure yogurt in the comfort of your own home. It’s quick and easy. For use with any yogurt maker.

PERFECTLY BALANCED – The starter ensures a smooth, creamy and great tasting yogurt every time. Just add some milk and your favorite flavoring for perfect results.

DIRECTIONS – The All Natural yogurt starters for making yogurt. Add the starter to your yogurt maker and then add milk and flavoring, use one packet per 42 oz. of milk.

Easy and economical.

No preservatives or coloring agents.

Bacillus Bulgaricus is an easy-to-use no-fuss yogurt starter that makes thick, creamy and absolutely delicious Bulgarian yogurt. It produces yogurt of exceptional quality with aroma and taste like no other yogurt you can find in the store or make with any other yogurt starter.

You can use this starter to make your own yogurt at home, with or without a yogurt maker. It works equally well with all types of dairy and non-dairy milk. The yogurt starter comes labeled with easy to follow instructions to guarantee success every time. We are also always available to help if you ever need an advice. Remember – it is super easy to make yogurt!

Bacillus Bulgaricus is a heirloom starter with live active cultures, which means that you can reuse yogurt from your previous batch to culture your new batch, for as long as you wish, and only ever go back to the starter if you need to start a fresh batch. 1 gram of starter contains more than 25 billion cfu of live and active cultures. 100% potency guaranteed.

Live Sourdough Starter

live fermented culture of fresh flour and water.

culture begins to ferment cultivating the natural yeasts found in our environment

HEIRLOOM STYLE: With proper care, our heirloom Greek yogurt starter can be reused indefinitely to continuously culture more yogurt for as long as you want—all you need is 2 tbsp of previous batch!

HEALTH BENEFITS: Traditional Greek yogurt owes its famously thick consistency to the whey straining process. The resulting protein-rich, low carb yogurt is packed with Vitamin B12 and riboflavin, among other nutrients.

LEGENDARY TASTE: The first documented yogurt, Greek yogurt is popular for its creamy texture and tart taste, perfect for eating with granola and berries, blending into smoothies, or adding to a plethora of recipes.

Save more – Make your own yogurt at about half the price of store bought.

No added sugars, preservatives, thickeners, artificial colors or flavors

Each box makes 4 quarts

𝗬𝗢𝗚𝗨𝗥𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗪𝗔𝗬 - Make yogurt the exact way you want, with our probiotic starter culture. Whether plain or Greek yogurt, just grab your dairy or non-dairy milk of choice and follow the instruction on your yogurt maker.

𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗕𝗜𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖 - TopTherm Heart Health Support is packed with lactobacillus acidophilus probiotic that is essential to your wellness. Each pouch contains more than 17 billion CFU live cultures that promote gut and digestive health.

𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗛 𝗬𝗢𝗚𝗨𝗥𝗧 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗢 - Makes traditional and greek yogurt or just mix and take. Enjoy a drinkable yogurt with the benefits of live cultures. It is lactose free has zero calories, no sugar added, gluten-free, non-GMO, and plant based. All you need for a health and busy life.

Save more – Make your own yogurt at about half the price of store bought.

No added sugars, preservatives, thickeners, artificial colors or flavors

Each box makes 4 quarts

⚡ AUTHENTIC SAN FRANCISCO FLAVOR - Bring a feel of deliciousness and bake irresistible bread with our lively sourdough starter, which is made from the finest all-natural ingredients to create the authentic tangy flavor and airy texture that San Francisco sourdough is famous for!

🍃 WHOLESOME AND HEALTHY - Our sourdough starter dry is made with only the finest ingredients, without any artificial additives or preservatives. You can feel good about baking with a starter that's free from GMOs, chemicals, and other harmful substances!

✔ EASY TO USE - Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this sour dough bread starter is easy to use and maintain. Just follow the simple instructions provided in the description section, and you'll be enjoying delicious, fresh-baked bread in no time!

PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS: Because there is no starter to maintain after use, this is the perfect yogurt for those who are looking to get into the world of making their own.

HEALTHY: Each starter packet contains a complex blend of bacteria that boosts the nutritional content of your yogurt, creates great flavor, and promotes easier digestion.

PREMIUM: Each Traditional Flavor Yogurt Starter is made with fresh, high quality ingredients that are natural and non-gmo, ensuring you know exactly what is going into your recipe.

Choose any THREE heirloom dairy starter cultures or sourdough starters below. PLEASE READ: Please use customization form to specify which THREE starter culture choices. You will receive a total of 3 TEASPOONS of DEHYDRATED cultures. One of each culture you choose.

THERMOPHILIC YOGURT: Bulgarian, Dahi, Short Skyr, French Style, Improved French, Indian Traditional, Mediterranean, European, Australian Traditional, Greek, Mild Greek, American Greek, California Greek, Aussie Greek, Indian Greek, Traditional, Beijing, Buttermilk Style, Balkan, Malai, Lebanese, Japanese Style, Egyptian, Armenian, Canadian, Bolivian, Argentinian, Brazilian

MESOPHILIC YOGURT: Amasi, Matsoni, Short Viili, Long Viili, Filmjölk, Piima, Long Skyr, Short Skyr, Långfil, Onaka, Halsofil, A-fil, Fjällfil

Made with organic flour and filtered water only.

Clear precise use instructions in the packet.

Once activated, The starter can be kept alive forever if it is fed daily on a regular schedule.

1 Packet of Kefir Starter, 5grams, this packet makes 1 quart (1 liter) of Kefir

Kefir is a cultured drink, traditionally made by adding kefir grains to various types of milk

Step by Step Instructions Included. It's fun and very easy to make! Kefir is a fantastic source of many nutrients.

Probiotic starter culture producing very mild flavor with smooth, heavy body

Short fermentation time required to achieve yogurt set (5-6 hrs); Set times somewhat longer in goat milk and unpasteurized cow milk

Contains: 1 tsp; Usage: 1/16 tsp per 1/2 gallon or less; 1/8 tsp or more required per gallon for larger amounts.

Filmjölk has a tangy flavor reminiscent of cheese, a custard-like texture, and a round finish. Our personal favorite! NOTE: although this lovely yogurt does have a custard-like texture, it is a drinking yogurt. This means it should not set up like a regular yogurt unless you really monkey with it.

You will receive 1 TEASPOON of dried Filmjölk yogurt starter culture.

To reduce waste, activation instructions are available on our website.

tempeh starter

Vegan

Culture tempeh

Piimä, a Scandinavian variety, is very thin yet creamy, and drinkable, with a mild, sweet flavor. Culture it with cream instead of milk to make a tasty sour cream-like topping.

You will receive 1 TEASPOON of dried Piina yogurt starter cultures.

To reduce waste, activation instructions are available on our website.

Make your own kefir at home

100 billion live and active bacteria per 100 g serving!

Gluten Free & Non GMO.

Viili, though thought to originate in Sweden, is a Finnish cultured dairy food noted for its viscous, gelatinous, and almost ropey consistency. Indeed, the longer the strands produced, the more treasured the viili, with some ropes of viili boasting upwards of one foot in length!

You will receive 1 TEASPOON of dried Viili yogurt starter cultures.

To reduce waste, activation instructions are available on our website.

Heirloom, Traditional, Homemade

Tempeh starter

Tempeh yeast

Ragi tempeh

Traditional Australian Yogurt is unstrained and unlike most yogurts today in the grocery store as its usually made with whole fat milk. The whole milk makes for a creamy and almost velvety texture. It is a treat in itself. Perfect for homemade probiotic yogurt pops for the kids.

You will receive at least 1 teaspoon of dried yogurt starter culture.

To reduce waste, activation instructions are available on our website.

Our mild Greek yogurt is delicious, rich, and mellow. Not as tart as the original greek yogurt. You can also drain additional whey and make it as thick as you prefer. As authentic as you can get!

You will receive at least 1 teaspoon of dried Mild Greek yogurt starter culture.

To reduce waste, activation instructions are available on our website.

Skyr is an Icelandic cultured dairy product. It has the consistency of strained yogurt, but a milder flavor. Skyr is technically classified as cheese, although widely regarded as yogurt. To be classified as a soft cheese you can add optional rennet. It has been a part of Icelandic cuisine for centuries. This Skyr does NOT have a ropey texture. It’s thick and creamy.

You will receive 1 TEASPOON of dried Skyr yogurt starter cultures.

To reduce waste, activation instructions are available on our website.

Short Viili is very mild and creamy, with a fairly smooth consistency and a faint sweetness. This culture is not the famed ropey/stringy/slimy variation of viili. We think of it as the less playful and more serious version of this delicious culture rather than the “toy yogurt” our kids love to eat and play with.

You will receive 1 TEASPOON of dried Short Viili yogurt starter cultures.

To reduce waste, activation instructions are available on our website.

Very tart Lebanese style yogurt with a velvety texture. Stirring this yogurt before eating results in a silky smooth texture.

You will receive at least 1 teaspoon of dried culture.

To reduce waste, activation instructions are available on our website.

MAKE YOUR OWN HEALTHY FERMENTED YOGURT: Just add 2x400mL cans of Coconut Cream and let our yogurt maker kit do the rest! Within 48hrs you will be enjoying your own homemade fermented coconut cream yogurt! From the brewing yogurt jar to the imperative nylon strainer and wooden mixing spoon - you don’t need to worry about anything! We also include Sugar: ¾ cup/161g and our 5.4g award-winning water kefir grains that are grown in natural spring water in British Columbia Canada!

WHY CHOOSE THE WATER KEFIR WORLD YOGURT STARTER: If you love thick yogurt and are vegan or lactose intolerant, you’ll become addicted to this non-dairy yogurt. Satisfying and delicious, this fermented coconut cream yogurt will give your immune system a boost of over 30 billion live probiotics, magnesium, B vitamins, folate, K vitamins, electrolytes, enzymes, and antioxidants. Why settle for store-bought yogurt with only 1-2 billion strains?

EASY YOGURT STARTER SYSTEM FOR BEGINNERS AND SEASONED PROS: Anyone can make their own fermented coconut cream yogurt by following the two step Water Kefir World simple to follow instructions included in our live culture yogurt starter kit. With our simple Step-by-Step system, we walk you through a few easy steps that are guaranteed to result in an enjoyable experience. Reuse your cultures over and over. Join the dairy free yogurt culture