CREAM CHEESE Recipe
Learn how to make delicious and creamy homemade cream cheese with just a few simple ingredients. This recipe yields a smooth and tangy cream cheese that is perfect for spreading on bagels or using in your favorite recipes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing, Straining
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cream Cheese:
- 946ml whole milk
- 473ml heavy cream
- 60ml white vinegar or lemon juice
- 2.5g salt, optional
Instructions
- Heat Milk and Cream: Heat whole milk and heavy cream until it gently boils (185–195°F).
- Strain the Curds: Pour the mixture into a cheesecloth-lined strainer and drain.
- Blend and Season: Squeeze out any excess liquid, then blend the curds with salt until smooth.
- Adjust and Store: Taste the cream cheese and adjust salt to your preference. Use immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
Remove from heat, stir in vinegar or lemon juice, and let sit for 10–15 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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