Cream Cheese Starter Culture

Q: Is cream cheese made with milk or cream?

Traditional cream cheese is made from 50% cream and 50% whole milk. Use all cream for the richest tasting cream cheese. If you're looking to make a lower fat cream cheese, we suggest using all whole milk.

Q: How much cream cheese does this culture make?

Each of the 4 packets can culture between 1 qt and 1 gal of milk/cream. Yield will vary depending on the amount of milk fat, how long you strain the curds from the whey, etc., but generally you can expect ~3 cups/1.5 lbs. cream cheese from a gallon.

Q: How long will it take to make a batch of cream cheese?

Before adding the culture, you need to heat the milk/cream to 86°F no faster than 1°F/min, which can take 30–40 mins for a gallon. Once you've stirred in the starter, it needs to culture for 12 hours. Then, it will take 6–12 hours to drain the whey.

Q: Do I need any special equipment?

Nope! Everything you need is probably already lying around your kitchen: a large stainless steel pot with lid, a non-aluminum mixing utensil, a thermometer, a cheesecloth or butter muslin, a colander, and a bowl. Cheese salt optional.

Q: What should I do with the leftover whey?

Don't just throw it out! Whey can be used as cooking liquid for potatoes, rice, grits, pasta and grains; as a starter culture for fermenting vegetables; as a nutrient boost in smoothies or drinks; to make whey cheese; or added to compost.

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Diet type
Gluten Free
Number of Items
4
Flavour
Cheese
Item weight
1.6 Grams
Item form
cream

🌱Vegetable rennet

📏17.6 x 13.2 x 1.2 cm

🧀4 packets

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Description

🧀 Elevate Your Cheese Game - Because You Deserve the Best!

ECO FRIENDLY CHOICE - Reduce waste and enjoy sustainable cheese-making at home.
CRAFT YOUR OWN CHEESE - Unleash your inner cheesemonger with our easy-to-use starter culture!
STEP BY STEP GUIDANCE - Follow our simple instructions for a flawless cheese-making experience.
PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING - Impress your guests with artisanal cheese made right in your kitchen.
HEALTHIER HOMEMADE OPTION - Ditch the preservatives and enjoy pure, customizable cheese.

This Cream Cheese Starter Culture includes 4 packets with vegetable rennet, designed to simplify your cheese-making journey. With step-by-step instructions, you can create healthier, preservative-free cheese at home, perfect for any occasion.