Keto Homemade Cheese has an indulgent and creamy texture. It seems very difficult to prepare the cheese at first, but it is very simple in reality. The homemade cheese perfectly melts and provides a creamy and clean texture without excess carbs and sugars. We can make slices of this cheese to place in keto burgers or sprinkle over the salad. It is made with full-fat milk, lemon juice, salt, herbs or spices (optional). We easily find these ingredients in nearby grocery stores or at home. The Keto Homemade Cheese is versatile; make the change in flavor if required. Use the plant–based milk to make the dairy-free cheese, but it might not provide the same texture. This cheese contains 7g of protein and 0.5g of net carbs in one serving.
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STATS:
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Time for cook: Thirty minutes
- Total time: Forty minutes
- Serving size: 1 oz.
- Cuisine: Universal
- Course: Snack, Ingredient
- Diet: Keto
- Servings: 8
EQUIPMENT:
- Wooden spoon
- Saucepan
- Cheesecloth
- Bow
- Strainer
- Thermometer
INGREDIENTS:
- One liter full cream milk
- Two tbsp. lemon juice
- Half tsp. salt
- Herbs or spices
INGREDIENT NOTES:
FULL-FAT MILK:
- It is used to prepare the cheese. It provides a creamy and indulgent texture. Doesn’t use the low-fat milk as it doesn’t curdle the same way. Use plant-based milk, like almond or coconut milk, to prepare vegan cheese, but it doesn’t provide the same texture.
LEMON JUICE:
- It helps in coagulation of milk to isolated the curd from whey. Add the lemon juice slowly for the required results.
SALT:
- Salt is added for the preservation of this cheese. It also boosts the flavor of the cheese.
HERBS OR SPICES:
- Add the herbs or spices of choice to the cheese. We can add chives, garlic powder, or paprika to it. It is optional to add, but it enriches the taste.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Include the milk in pan & heat lightly on a moderate flame.
- When the temperature of milk reaches 85° C, put it on the shelf.
- Include the lemon juice slowly and mix gently so it starts to curdle.
- Leave for five to ten minutes, so it properly curdles and gets separate from whey.
- Add the cheese in cheesecloth and press softly to eliminate the additional liquid.
- Now we add to the bowl and stir the salt and herbs (optional) for the additional flavor.
- Then make the desired shape and chill for one to two hours.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SNACKS:
- Cheese slices
- Cheese cubes
- Cheese sticks
BREAKFAST:
- Omelet topping
- Scrambled eggs mix-in
- Keto pancakes topping
LUNCH:
- Salad addition
- Keto wraps filling
- Zucchini boats topping
Appetizers:
- Stuffed mushrooms
- Deviled eggs mix
- Keto cheese platter
Melted/Hot:
- Cauliflower gratin
- Keto pizza topping
- Baked keto veggies
TIPS:
- Squeeze all the water content and then place some weight on the curds to make firm cheese.
- Store the cheese in a tightly closed box so it doesn’t get dry.
- Use the fresh and full-fat milk to make the best cheese.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the cheese in a tightly closed box and store it for 7 days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the cheese for one month in the covered vessel. The texture of cheese might become slightly crumbly.
FAQs:
Will I utilize goat or plant milk to prepare this cheese?
- Goat milk works in the same manner, so yes; we can use it to prepare this cheese. Though we can also utilize plant-based milk, but it doesn’t curdle properly.
Why does the cheese get soft?
- You can’t properly squeeze the water from the cheese, so it will become soft. The acid left in the cheese prevents the firming.
Can I include some additional flavors?
- Yes, include some different spices, herbs, or smoked paprika to enrich the flavor.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 120 kcal
Net carbs: 0.5 g
Total carbs: 0.5 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 7 g
Fat: 10 g
Calcium: 150 mg
Iron: 0.1 g
Vitamin A: 150 IU
Sodium: 150 mg
Potassium: 80 mg