Yogurt Cheese
Transform plain yogurt into a luscious, velvety spread with this simple Yogurt Cheese recipe! Requiring just two ingredients—plain yogurt and optional salt—this recipe is a breeze to make and yields a creamy, versatile cheese perfect for dipping, spreading, or cooking. By straining yogurt through a cheesecloth in the fridge, you can achieve your desired consistency, from soft and spoonable to firm and spreadable, in as little as 8 hours. Ideal for both sweet and savory applications, yogurt cheese is a wholesome, protein-packed alternative to cream cheese or sour cream. Whether you spread it on toast, stir it into pasta, or pair it with fresh fruit, this no-cook recipe is bound to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Plain yogurt (full-fat, Greek, or regular)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt (optional, for savory yogurt cheese)
Instructions
1. Place a fine-mesh strainer or colander over a deep bowl to catch the liquid (whey) that will drain from the yogurt.
2. Line the strainer with a clean cheesecloth, muslin, or a double layer of paper towels, leaving enough overhang to wrap the yogurt later.
3. Pour the yogurt into the prepared strainer. If you're making savory yogurt cheese, sprinkle the yogurt with salt and stir gently to combine.
4. Fold the overhanging edges of the cheesecloth over the yogurt to cover it completely.
5. Place a small, clean plate or lid on top of the yogurt to lightly press it. Optionally, weigh it down with a can or small jar for firmer yogurt cheese.
6. Refrigerate the setup for at least 8-24 hours, depending on your desired consistency. For a softer texture, strain for 8-12 hours; for a firmer, spreadable cheese, strain for 18-24 hours.
7. Once the yogurt has thickened to your liking, remove it from the cheesecloth and transfer it to a clean container for storage.
8. Serve immediately or refrigerate the yogurt cheese for up to 1 week. Spread on bread, use as a dip, or incorporate it into recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1549 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 960 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1536 mg | 33% | |
*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.
