Cumin cheese: a spicy classic with character

Cumin cheese has a flavour that is instantly recognisable. Slightly nostalgic, distinctly spicy, and loved on everything from sandwiches to snack platters. You'll find it in almost every cheese shop and supermarket: a sturdy slice with that recognisable yellow colour and small, shiny seeds scattered throughout the cheese. But behind that familiar appearance lies a rich history and a special preparation process. Cumin cheese is not a variant, it is a tradition.

What makes cumin cheese so special?
Cumin cheese is basically a Gouda cheese, but enriched with cumin seeds. During the cheese-making process, the seeds are added to the curd, allowing them to spread their aroma deeply during maturation. The result is a cheese that combines creaminess with a spicy undertone and a slightly nutty character.

This cheese has its origins in centuries-old Dutch traditions. For generations, it has been carefully prepared on farms and in cheese dairies throughout the country. Cumin cheese is available in different ages: from young and mild to mature and strong. And each variety brings its own balance of flavour between cheese and spice.