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Homemade Cheese Recipe

Creamy homemade cheese using just milk, lemon juice or vinegar, and optional herbs—easy, fresh, and so satisfying!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 gallon whole milk
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice or vinegar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter optional
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Optional: herbs and spices thyme, basil, garlic

Equipment

  • ✅ Heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • ✅ Wooden spoon
  • ✅ Thermometer (optional, but helpful)
  • ✅ Cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel
  • ✅ Colander
  • ✅ Mixing bowls
  • ✅ Mason jar or container for storing whey

Method
 

  1. Heat milk to 180°F (82°C).
  2. Stir in lemon juice or vinegar and let curdle.
  3. Drain through cheesecloth.
  4. Mix with butter, salt, and herbs (optional).
  5. Shape, press, and chill for 4–6 hours.
  6. Slice and enjoy!