--- product_id: 612075932 title: "Cream Cheese Starter Culture" brand: "cultures for health" price: "₱3150" currency: PHP in_stock: true category: "Cultures For Health" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/612075932-cream-cheese-starter-culture store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # ready in ~1 day 4 direct-set starter packets mesophilic culture, low-temp friendly Cream Cheese Starter Culture **Brand:** cultures for health **Price:** ₱3150 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧀 Unlock your kitchen’s artisan potential—fresh cream cheese, zero compromises! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Cream Cheese Starter Culture by cultures for health - **How much does it cost?** ₱3150 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/612075932-cream-cheese-starter-culture) ## Best For - cultures for health enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cultures for health brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Generous Yield:** Each batch makes about 10 servings—ideal for sharing your gourmet creation or meal prepping. - • **Versatile & Gift-Ready:** Gluten-free, multi-purpose culture that’s a unique, thoughtful gift for DIY foodies and pros alike. - • **Beginner-Friendly Craft:** No aging required—perfect for first-timers craving fresh, soft cheese in just 24 hours. - • **Effortless Artisan Cheese:** Direct-set culture with veggie rennet pre-mixed for seamless homemade cream cheese. - • **Clean & Custom Ingredients:** Skip preservatives and additives; control every ingredient for a healthier, pure cheese experience. ## Overview This Cream Cheese Starter Culture kit includes 4 packets of mesophilic direct-set starter with vegetable rennet pre-mixed, enabling easy homemade cream cheese in about one day. Designed for beginners and pros, it requires no aging and yields roughly 10 servings per batch. Free from artificial additives, it offers a clean, gluten-free option to craft fresh, soft cheese with full control over ingredients. ## Description Bring artisan cheesemaking into your own kitchen with the Mesophilic Cheese Direct-Set Starter from Cultures for Health. This DIY pack comes with 4 packets of direct-set starter culture, including veg rennet conveniently already mixed into the culture. Cream cheese is a perfect culture for beginners to try, as it's a fresh cheese (meaning it doesn't require aging), and only takes about a day to make. Because this is a direct-set starter, it only cultures once, so you don't have to worry about continuously making more if you're just starting out. Mesophilic cheese cultures are also easier than thermophilic, as they don't need as high a temperature to be maintained while making it. Each 1-gallon batch yields about 10 servings of delicious soft cheese, which will keep in the fridge for up to a week, but can also be frozen if salted well with cheese salt. Whether you want to try making cheese for the first time, you’re a pro that wants to branch out a little, or want to get your DIY-loving friend a unique gift, this mesophilic starter set from Cultures For Health is a great choice. ## Features - INCLUDES: 4 packets of cream cheese starter culture with vegetable rennet already mixed in to make the cheese making process easier for you, plus step-by-step instructions to help guide you. - HOMEMADE IS HEALTHIER: While store-bought cheese usually contains artificial coloring, preservatives, and additives, cheese you make at home will only have ingredients you select yourself. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B016C2LAEY | | ASIN | B016C2LAEY | | Age Range Description | Suitable for all ages | | Best Sellers Rank | #95,525 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) #252 in Cream Cheeses | | Brand Name | Cultures for Health | | Container Type | can | | Cuisine | Multi-purpose | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (250) | | Customer reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (250) | | Diet Type | Gluten Free | | Flavor | Cheese, Vegetable | | Item Form | cream | | Item Weight | 1.6 Grams | | Number of Items | 4 | | Number of Pieces | 4 | | Package Dimensions | 17.6 x 13.2 x 1.2 cm; 1.6 g | | Size | NO, large | | UPC | 814598020476 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Cultures for Health - **Diet type:** Gluten Free - **Flavour:** Cheese, Vegetable - **Number of Items:** 4 - **Package information:** can ## Images ![Cream Cheese Starter Culture - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ftUEvMd1L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is cream cheese made with milk or cream?** A: Traditional cream cheese is made from 50% cream and 50% whole milk. Use all cream for the richest tasting cream cheese. If you're looking to make a lower fat cream cheese, we suggest using all whole milk. **Q: How much cream cheese does this culture make?** A: Each of the 4 packets can culture between 1 qt and 1 gal of milk/cream. Yield will vary depending on the amount of milk fat, how long you strain the curds from the whey, etc., but generally you can expect ~3 cups/1.5 lbs. cream cheese from a gallon. **Q: How long will it take to make a batch of cream cheese?** A: Before adding the culture, you need to heat the milk/cream to 86°F no faster than 1°F/min, which can take 30–40 mins for a gallon. Once you've stirred in the starter, it needs to culture for 12 hours. Then, it will take 6–12 hours to drain the whey. **Q: Do I need any special equipment?** A: Nope! Everything you need is probably already lying around your kitchen: a large stainless steel pot with lid, a non-aluminum mixing utensil, a thermometer, a cheesecloth or butter muslin, a colander, and a bowl. Cheese salt optional. **Q: What should I do with the leftover whey?** A: Don't just throw it out! Whey can be used as cooking liquid for potatoes, rice, grits, pasta and grains; as a starter culture for fermenting vegetables; as a nutrient boost in smoothies or drinks; to make whey cheese; or added to compost. ## Frequently Bought Together - Cultures for Health Cream Cheese Starter | 4 Packets Non-GMO Direct-Set Culture | DIY Spreadable Cheese, Perfect for Bagels, Appetizers, Cheese Dip, Cupcake Frosting & More | Vegetable Rennet Included - Cultures for Health Mesophilic Cheese Starter | 4 Packets Direct-Set Culture + 2 Rennet Tablets for Cheese Making | DIY Semi-Soft Fresh Cheese, Like Cheddar, Quark, Colby, Feta, Cottage Cheese, & More - Cultures for Health Thermophilic Cheese Starter | 4 Packets Gluten Free Direct-Set Culture + 2 Vegetable Rennet Tablets | DIY Hard Cheese, Parmesan, Mozzarella, Asiago, Romano, Swiss Cheese, & More --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/612075932-cream-cheese-starter-culture](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/612075932-cream-cheese-starter-culture) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-07-07*