Quark Cheese Recipe

How to Make Quark Cheese

1. Preheat oven to 70°C (150°F).
2. Pour 4 cups of buttermilk into a baking dish (approx. 8x8 inch).
3. Cover the dish tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.
4. Bake in the preheated oven overnight (8-12 hours).
5. Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly.
6. Place a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl or pot. Line the strainer with a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
7. Carefully pour the buttermilk mixture from the baking dish into the lined strainer.
8. Let the curd drain for 30-60 minutes. To speed up the process, you can place a bowl filled with water on top of the cheesecloth to weigh it down.
9. Once drained, transfer the quark to a bowl.
10. Refrigerate the quark for at least 30 minutes to chill.
11. Add 2 tablespoons of whole milk at a time, stirring until the quark reaches a smooth, creamy consistency similar to ricotta.
12. Stir in salt to taste (start with 1/4 teaspoon and adjust as needed).
13. Your homemade quark is ready! Enjoy! Makes approximately 225g (8oz) or 1 1/2 cups.