Name: Probiotic Water Kefir Recipe Easy Steps for Healthy Hydration
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 48 h
Total time: 48 h 10 min
Cuisine: Fermented
Ingredients: 3-4 tablespoons (about 30-40 g) water kefir grains; 4 cups (1 quart / 1 liter) filtered or spring water; 1/4 cup (50 g) organic cane sugar; Fresh fruit or dried fruit (optional, e.g., lemon slices, ginger slices, organic raisins)

Probiotic Water Kefir Recipe Easy Steps for Healthy Hydration

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A simple and refreshing homemade probiotic water kefir recipe that provides a gut-friendly, lightly sweet, and fizzy drink perfect for healthy hydration.

Author: paula
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 48 hours
Total Time: 48 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Beverage
Cuisine: Fermented

Ingredients

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3–4 tablespoons (about 30–40 g) water kefir grains
4 cups (1 quart / 1 liter) filtered or spring water
1/4 cup (50 g) organic cane sugar
Fresh fruit or dried fruit (optional, e.g., lemon slices, ginger slices, organic raisins)

Instructions

Dissolve 1/4 cup (50 g) of organic cane sugar into 4 cups (1 quart / 1 liter) of filtered water. Stir well until fully dissolved.
Place 3-4 tablespoons (about 30-40 g) of water kefir grains into a glass jar. Pour the sugar water over the grains gently.
Cover the jar with a breathable cloth cover (cheesecloth or coffee filter) and secure with a rubber band. Leave at room temperature (68-78°F / 20-25°C) out of direct sunlight.
Let ferment for 24-48 hours, checking around 36 hours for desired sweetness and fizz.
Strain the kefir grains from the liquid using a plastic or wooden strainer.
(Optional) Transfer the strained liquid to a clean glass bottle, add fruit slices or ginger for flavor, seal tightly, and ferment for another 24-48 hours at room temperature.
Refrigerate the finished water kefir and serve chilled.
Rinse the kefir grains lightly with filtered water and start the next batch.

Notes

Use non-chlorinated water to protect kefir grains. Avoid metal utensils. Adjust fermentation time to control sweetness and tang. Second fermentation with fruit enhances natural carbonation. Store finished kefir in airtight bottles in the refrigerator for up to one week. Do not reheat to preserve probiotics.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml)
Calories: 3050
Sugar: 510
Carbohydrates: 612

Keywords: water kefir, probiotic drink, fermented beverage, healthy hydration, gut health, dairy-free, vegan, homemade kefir

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