DSM has extended its portfolio of continental cheese solutions to meet consumer demand for healthier cheese options.

Continental cheeses, such as manchego, Gouda and Edam, each have a distinct flavour profile and are nutrient dense. They provide protein, calcium and vitamins A and B12, but are often high in fat. Efforts to reduce fat content have been challenging, with consumers unwilling to accept the resulting changes to taste and texture.

DelvoCheese CT-Light allows cheesemakers to create continental cheeses using low fat milk with the same taste and texture that consumers expect from a full fat product. During the cheese making process, the culture replaces fat with water without any negative impact on physical or sensory properties. Fat can be reduced by 30% or more, alongside a significant cut in calories. This is done without additives or stabilisers.