Kesong Puti

Kesong puti is a white cheese originating from the Philippine provinces of Bulacan, Bacolod, Cebu, Laguna, and Samar. It is made from carabao milk, salt, and either rennet or white vinegar. This fresh cheese contains five times more milk fat and protein than fresh milk.

It has a slightly pungent aroma and a salty flavor with a creamy aftertaste. Kesong puti is often consumed for breakfast, when it is served with local bread known as pan de sal, but the cheese is also typically served during Christmas and New Year’s festivities.