How to Make Quark (Homemade Cheese) - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re a fan of dairy products and love experimenting in the kitchen, then making your own quark cheese is a must-try. Quark is a soft, fresh cheese that is popular in many European countries, especially Germany, Austria, and Eastern European countries. It has a mild, creamy flavor and a smooth, spreadable texture, making it a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes. In addition to being delicious, quark is also packed with protein and nutrients, making it a healthy addition t...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • ½ cup buttermilk

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 16 hrs
  • Total Time: 16 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • Bring milk to a simmer in a saucepan; remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Whisk buttermilk into milk; let sit at room temperature, 8 hours to overnight. Strain mixture through cheesecloth over a bowl in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Nutrition

    73 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 82mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 178mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 229mg