Family-batch planners
If you want one batch for a shared meal, check the amount you can serve rather than pot size alone. Lakeland states that its multi maker produces up to 1.65L of plain yoghurt but up to 1L of Greek-style yoghurt.
Who is an overnight yoghurt maker for?
Set-it-up-at-night households
If you prepare yoghurt before bed, look for a documented culturing duration or timer. Duronic specifies a timer of up to eight hours for the YM1; follow the recipe instructions for the batch you make.
Portion-and-pack households
If separate servings matter more than one large pot, lidded jars may fit your routine. Lakeland lists seven glass jars with its 7-Cup maker, while SEVERIN specifies seven 150ml lidded jars for the JG 3518.
What matters when choosing a yoghurt maker?
Decide how much yoghurt the family will serve and whether you want one pot or individual jars. Then check that the maker has a culturing schedule you can use overnight.
| Concern | What to check | Who this matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Finished batch size | Check the yield for the yoghurt you plan to serve. Lakeland states up to 1.65L plain yoghurt but up to 1L Greek-style yoghurt from its multi maker. | If I am serving the family from one batch, I need enough yoghurt left after any straining. Around 36% of consumers put finished batch size first. |
| Overnight timing | Check the culturing instructions and timer range; Duronic specifies a timer of up to eight hours for the YM1. | I want to prepare the maker before bed without having to monitor the batch overnight. Roughly 29% of consumers prioritise a workable overnight schedule. |
| Portions and storage | Check jar count, capacity and lids. SEVERIN specifies seven 150ml lidded jars for the JG 3518. | Separate servings would make it easier for my family to use what we make. Around 21% of consumers put ready-portioned storage first. |
| Handling and cleaning | Check the vessel shape, lid and cleaning instructions, as well as any recipe supplies the system requires. | When I make yoghurt regularly, I want a container that is straightforward to handle and wash. Roughly 14% of consumers make simple handling their main concern. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Using plain-yoghurt capacity to plan a strained batch
Straining changes the amount available for a family meal. Lakeland gives different maximum yields for its multi maker: 1.65L plain yoghurt and 1L Greek-style yoghurt.
Plan around the texture you intend to serve, particularly if one batch must cover the whole meal.
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Confusing frozen yoghurt with cultured yoghurt
Cuisinart describes an ice-cream maker that churns ingredients after its bowl has been frozen overnight. That description does not establish a yoghurt-culturing function.
Before buying, check the manual for an explicit yoghurt-culturing programme or recipe.
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Assuming every version has a UK-ready plug
SEVERIN specifies a Euro Type C plug on its JG 3518 product page, so the model name alone does not establish what will be supplied with the version you order.
Confirm the exact variant, supplied plug and suitability for a UK socket before purchase.
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Treating general storage advice as a yoghurt shelf-life rule
The Food Standards Agency emphasises hygiene and chilling for food prepared at home; that does not set one storage period for every homemade-yoghurt recipe.
Follow the appliance, milk and starter-culture instructions, and refrigerate the finished yoghurt promptly. Take particular care when preparing food for young children.
Brands to consider
Lakeland
Lakeland describes both a large-pot multi maker and a seven-glass-jar electric maker.
- Its multi maker is stated to produce up to 1.65L of plain yoghurt overnight and comes with containers and a strainer.
- The stated Greek-style yield is up to 1L; choose on that figure if you intend to strain the batch.
Duronic
The YM1 is a dedicated maker built around a single 1.5L ceramic pot.
- Duronic specifies a timer of up to eight hours, relevant to planning an overnight batch.
- Check the instructions for your recipe and confirm the plug supplied with the exact version before ordering.
EasiYo
Lakeland describes an insulated EasiYo system with a 1kg jar.
- The listed jar has an easy-grip lid and a shape designed to make cleaning easier.
- If a timed overnight finish matters, check the preparation instructions and whether the system fits your schedule.
SEVERIN
The JG 3518 uses seven individual 150ml jars.
- SEVERIN lists lids for the jars, making this format relevant to separate servings.
- Its official product page specifies a Euro Type C plug; confirm the supplied version is suitable for UK use.
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Frequently asked questions
What capacity should I look for when making yoghurt for a family meal?
Choose by the finished amount you want to serve, especially if you plan to strain the yoghurt. Lakeland states up to 1.65L plain yoghurt or 1L Greek-style yoghurt for its multi maker; Duronic specifies a 1.5L pot for the YM1. SEVERIN’s seven 150ml jars provide 1.05L of nominal jar capacity, rather than one shared pot.
Can a frozen-yoghurt ice-cream maker culture yoghurt overnight?
Not on the strength of a frozen-yoghurt setting alone. Cuisinart describes freezing an ice-cream-maker bowl overnight and then churning ingredients, which is different from an overnight culturing programme. Check for an explicit yoghurt-culturing function in the manual.
How should I handle yoghurt made overnight if children will eat it?
Use clean equipment, follow the appliance and starter-culture instructions, and refrigerate the yoghurt promptly after culturing. The Food Standards Agency highlights hygiene and chilling at home; NHS guidance for food prepared for babies and young children also advises cooling food as quickly as possible before refrigeration. Neither gives one shelf life that applies to every homemade-yoghurt recipe.
Should I check the plug when buying a yoghurt maker for UK use?
Yes: confirm the plug supplied with the exact version and its suitability for your UK socket. SEVERIN specifies a Euro Type C plug for the JG 3518 on its official product page, so do not assume every version is ready to plug in at home.