We love cheese around here. It adds creaminess to pasta, can be added to a vegetarian cheese board, and makes some very, very good smashed broccoli and potatoes. But did you know you can enjoy homemade yogurt cheese at home? This recipe is very similar to labneh, a fresh Middle Eastern cheese. The only difference is that Labneh uses regular yogurt, while we’re using Greek yogurt here. Greek yogurt has a different straining process that leaves it higher in protein, calcium, and with a slightly sour taste. So grab yourself a jar of Greek yogurt and let’s make some cheese!
Here’s what you’ll need
Greek Yogurt: Use store-bought plain yogurt or make your own Greek yogurt. If needed, you can also use regular yogurt here. Olive Oil: A dash of extra virgin olive oil gives this cheese a creamier mouth feel. It can be omitted if you’re avoiding oils. Salt: Finally, a sprinkle of salt brings out the rich flavors!
let’s make homemade cheese
Variations on this yogurt cheese
This Greek yogurt cheese is delicious on its own, but it can also be flavored up! Here are some ideas to get you started:
Herbs: Mix in fresh or dried herbs, like rosemary, thyme, or sage. Premade Seasonings: Ready-to-go seasonings, like the Everything Bagel seasoning from Trader Joe’s, are great for flavoring this cheese. Chive and Onions: Add a dash of onion powder and fresh or dried chives. This makes a killer dip to enjoy with crackers. Mediterranean: Add finely diced olives and roasted red bell peppers for a Mediterranean flavor. 5 Ways To Flavor: You can flavor this yogurt cheese with any of these ideas from our flavored cream cheese recipes!
