Homemade Cream Cheese: Rich, Fresh & Surprisingly Easy! 🧀✨


 

Skip the store-bought stuff—this 4-ingredient, no-preservative cream cheese is creamier, tangier, and more versatile than anything from a tub. Spread it on bagels, swirl it into cheesecake, or flavor it with herbs!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Only 2 active minutes of work (plus straining time)
✔ Cheaper than store-bought
✔ Customizable thickness & tang
✔ No weird additives


Ingredients & Tools

What You Need (Makes ~1.5 cups)

  • 4 cups whole milk (not ultra-pasteurized)

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 3 tbsp lemon juice or white vinegar

  • ¼ tsp salt

Equipment

  • Thermometer (ideal but optional)

  • Cheesecloth or clean tea towel

  • Fine-mesh strainer


Step-by-Step Instructions