How to Make Stracciatella Cheese

This quick and easy recipe for homemade stracciatella cheese comes together with just two ingredients and 10 minutes! It results in a rich, creamy cheese that's perfect for sandwiches, appetizers, salads, and so much more. No special trip to the Italian market required!

👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 10 min⏳ Prep: 10 min👤 Nicole Gaffney📖 coleycooks

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🥘 Ingredients

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🍳 Cookware

bowl

📝 Preparation Steps

Remove the mozzarella from its liquid and gently press it between layers of paper towels or a clean kitchen towel to absorb as much moisture as possible. Let sit for about ⏱️ 5-10 minutes to dry slightly.

Use your hands to shred the mozzarella into very fine strands. Separate any larger clumps so the texture stays light and feathery. If your shreds feel wet, place them on a paper towel to drain for ⏱️ 5 minutes before mixing.

Transfer the shredded mozzarella to a bowl and pour the cream over the top. Gently toss until evenly combined, then let sit for at least an hour or longer (refrigerate if longer).

The cheese will absorb the cream and thicken as it rests. Add another splash of cream if needed to reach your desired consistency.

Taste before seasoning. Depending on the mozzarella, it may not need additional salt. If desired, add just a tiny pinch of kosher salt and mix gently.

kosher salt (optional)1 pinch

Bring to room temperature before serving for best results.

Finish with flaky sea salt, cracked black pepper, and good extra virgin olive oil just before serving or spoon over grilled bread, tomatoes, roasted peppers, grilled veggies, or warm focaccia.

Nutrition Facts

calories

271 kcal

fat Content

23 g

serving Size

1 serving

sugar Content

1 g

sodium Content

373 mg

protein Content

13 g

cholesterol Content

78 mg

carbohydrate Content

2 g

saturated Fat Content

14 g

unsaturated Fat Content

7 g

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