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Homemade Cream Cheese Recipe

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Homemade cream cheese made with simple ingredients like milk, cream, and vinegar for a fresh and creamy texture

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

1 quart whole milk

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup white vinegar

1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

In a saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

Add the vinegar and stir for about 2 minutes, until the mixture begins to curdle.

Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes to allow curds to form.

Strain the curds through cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer, then transfer to a bowl.

Add salt and stir to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

  • Ensure you use fresh, quality ingredients for the best results.
  • The longer the cheese sits in the refrigerator, the firmer it will become.
  • This cream cheese can be used as a spread or in recipes that call for cream cheese.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dairy
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegetarian