Cream cheese from kefir smooth like Philadelphia, sweet like Mascarpone

Ingredients:

• Kefir (2.5–3.2%) – 1 L
• Salt – to taste (for savory option)
• Sugar or honey – optional (for sweet option)

Preparation:

1. Pour kefir into a container or leave in its package and freeze for 8–12 hours until fully frozen.
2. Remove frozen kefir and place into a fine strainer, optionally lined with 2–3 layers of cheesecloth.
3. Set the strainer over a bowl.
4. Leave in the fridge for 8–12 hours to thaw and let the whey drain.
5. When the mixture is thick and creamy, the cream cheese is ready.
6. For savory, add salt and spices; for sweet, add sugar, honey or favorite additions.

Serving idea 🥞

Try making crepes with delicate kefir cheese – perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Lifehack 💡

Don’t throw away the whey – it makes very tasty and tender crepes.

Enjoy your meal! ♥️