Homemade Ricotta
Discover the joy of making creamy, fresh Homemade Ricotta in just 30 minutes with this simple recipe! Crafted with only four ingredients—whole milk, heavy cream, distilled white vinegar, and kosher salt—this DIY cheese is a revelation of rich flavor and luscious texture. Using a gentle heating process and a quick curd separation technique, you'll create velvety ricotta that's perfect for both sweet and savory dishes. Whether you’re spreading it on crusty bread, folding it into pasta, or using it as a base for desserts, this versatile homemade ricotta elevates any meal. Plus, you’ll love the added satisfaction of knowing it's completely fresh and free of preservatives!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Distilled white vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and kosher salt. Stir gently to ensure the salt dissolves.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching, until it reaches a temperature of about 190°F (88°C). The liquid should start to steam, and small bubbles will form around the edges, but do not let it boil.
Once the milk mixture has reached the desired temperature, remove it from the heat. Gradually stir in the distilled white vinegar and let the mixture sit undisturbed for 5-10 minutes. During this time, the curds (solid cheese) will separate from the whey (liquid).
Line a fine-mesh sieve or a colander with a few layers of cheesecloth and place it over a large bowl to catch the whey.
Carefully pour the curdled mixture into the cheesecloth-lined sieve. Allow the ricotta to drain for 10-20 minutes, depending on your desired consistency. For a creamier ricotta, drain for a shorter amount of time; for a firmer texture, let it sit longer.
Once the ricotta has reached your preferred texture, transfer it to an airtight container. It can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Discard or save the leftover whey for other recipes, such as bread or smoothies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.2 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.2 g | 331% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 357 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 746 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1203 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 1468 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
