Learn how to make homemade buttermilk with just two ingredients and a few simple steps! This homemade buttermilk recipe is a lifesaver when you’re baking and realize you don’t have time to run to the store. It’s quick, easy, and works perfectly every time!
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Pin RecipeHow many times have you started a recipe and didn’t realize that buttermilk was needed? It’s happened to me SO many times, which is what prompted the sharing of this baking hack.
The good news is that there are just two simple ingredients needed to create buttermilk from scratch, meaning you’ll never have to buy it from the store again!
You can use homemade buttermilk in any recipes that call for buttermilk such as these Buttermilk Waffles or this Buttermilk Pie.
How To Make Homemade Buttermilk
Many people think that buying buttermilk means that it’s fancy and hard to do. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth.
Buttermilk is REALLY simple to make. Like crazy simple. It just might be one of the best-kept baking secrets out there!
Next time you come across a recipe calling for buttermilk, rest easy knowing that you can whip it up on your own.
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Ingredients for Homemade Buttermilk
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
- Whole milk – Let it come to room temperature for the best results.
- Vinegar or lemon juice
How to Make Homemade Buttermilk
- Measure milk: Measure out 1 cup of whole milk.
- Stir: In a small bowl or measuring cup, add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or fresh lemon juice.
- Pour: Pour the white vinegar or lemon juice into the cup of whole milk.
- Stir: Stir the mixture gently to combine. You will notice that the milk starts to curdle slightly and thicken. This is what you want to achieve the buttermilk-like consistency.
- Rest: Let the homemade buttermilk sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes. During this time, the acidity from the vinegar or lemon juice will continue to work on the milk. This is what gives it a tangy flavor and thickens it further.
- Use: After resting, your homemade buttermilk is ready to use in your favorite recipes. Try it in pancakes, biscuits, salad dressings, and more!
Quick Tip
Curdling is normal! This is an important step in the process of making buttermilk.
How to Store Homemade Buttermilk
Store buttermilk in an airtight container or sealable jar in the fridge for up to two weeks. Give it a good shake or stir before using.
FAQs
Either option would work just fine. Use what you have at home or in the pantry, and enjoy!
As long as you keep it covered and stored, buttermilk will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.
Yes, the texture will be slightly different, but it will still work well in most recipes. Transfer leftover buttermilk to a freezer-safe container, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight, and stir to combine before using.
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How To Make Homemade Buttermilk
Equipment
- 1 Liquid measuring cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 Tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice
Instructions
- Measure out 1 cup of whole milk. Ensure it's at room temperature for best results.1 cup whole milk
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or fresh lemon juice. Stir well to combine.1 Tablespoon white vinegar
- Pour the white vinegar or lemon juice into the cup of whole milk.
- Stir the mixture gently to combine. You will notice that the milk starts to curdle slightly and thicken. This is what you want to achieve the buttermilk-like consistency.
- Let the homemade buttermilk sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes. During this time, the acidity from the vinegar or lemon juice will continue to work on the milk, giving it a tangy flavor and thickening it further.
- After the resting time, your homemade buttermilk is ready to use in your favorite recipes that call for buttermilk, such as pancakes, biscuits, or salad dressings.
Will this work 2% mile?
Yes!