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Cheese Cooking Time : Approximately 2 months to 1 year Recipe Servings : Approximately 800g–1kg cheddar cheese , Serves 12–16 people Recipe Dificult : medium 0.00

Homemade Cheddar Cheese Recipe | Traditional Aged English Cheese

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Cheddar Cheese is one of the world's most popular and widely consumed cheeses. Originating from the village of Cheddar in United Kingdom, cheddar is known for its firm texture, rich flavor, and excellent versatility. Depending on the aging period, cheddar can range from mild and creamy to sharp, tangy, and complex.

Traditionally made from cow's milk, cheddar undergoes a unique "cheddaring" process in which curds are stacked and turned to develop their distinctive texture and flavor. This cheese is commonly used in sandwiches, burgers, casseroles, macaroni and cheese, sauces, soups, and cheese platters.

Homemade cheddar requires patience and aging time, but the result is a flavorful, authentic cheese that can be enjoyed in countless recipes.

Cooking Method

Heat the milk to 31°C (88°F) in a large cheese-making pot.
Add the mesophilic starter culture and allow it to ripen for 45 minutes.
Stir in the calcium chloride if using.
Add the diluted rennet and mix gently.
Let the milk set for 45–60 minutes until a firm curd forms.
Cut the curd into small cubes and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.
Slowly heat the curds to 38°C (100°F), stirring gently.
Drain the whey and begin the cheddaring process by stacking and turning the curds every 15 minutes for 1–2 hours.
Mill the curds into small pieces and mix with the cheese salt.
Transfer to a cheese mold and press for 12–24 hours.
Remove from the mold and air-dry for 2–5 days.
Wax or vacuum-seal the cheese and age for 2–12 months or longer for stronger flavor.