It only takes 5 minutes to make cream cheese, so don’t buy cheese.
Simple ingredients can be turned into something truly special in the comfort of your own kitchen with a little culinary magic. Today, we’re going to learn how to make homemade cream cheese, which is a deliciously creamy and versatile spread that only takes about 5 minutes to make. This homemade version tastes better than store-bought ones and gives you the chance to enjoy the satisfaction of making something tasty from scratch.
Things you will need:
Two cups of heavy cream
One cup of whole milk
1/2 cup of white vinegar or lemon juice
A little salt (remember to taste)
The Easy Steps:
Mix and Heat: Mix the heavy cream and whole milk slowly in a saucepan. Stir this mixture every so often while heating it over a medium flame. It shouldn’t boil, but it should get warm enough that you can barely stand to stick your finger in it.
When the cream and milk are warm, add the lemon juice or white vinegar for the “magic touch.” In this case, you want the mixture to slightly curdle, which it will do. As you watch the change start, stir slowly for one minute.
Leave It Alone: Take the pan off the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. As it cools, you’ll see that the mixture gets a little thicker.
Strain to your liking: Put a bowl over a fine-mesh sieve and line it with clean cheesecloth or a thin kitchen towel. Put your mixture through the sieve, and let the whey drain off. Your fresh, creamy cheese is still in the cloth.
Season: Take the cheese out of the cloth, sprinkle a little salt on top of it, and gently stir it. If it needs more salt, taste it and add it.
To enjoy, put your homemade cream cheese in a container. You can eat it right away, or put it in the fridge to make it a little firmer.
Ideas for Serving:
If you want a tasty dip, add some herbs to your creamy creation. You can also use it as a base for cheesecakes and frostings. Making your own cream cheese is beautiful not only because it tastes great, but also because it can be used in so many different ways.
Making your own cream cheese is a fun way to make your meals taste more like they were made at home. It’s a simple pleasure that combines the fun of cooking with the satisfaction of eating something you made yourself. Why buy cream cheese when it’s so easy and fun to make your own?
