Tomme neuchâteloise

Tomme neuchâteloise is a soft, creamy cheese with a bloomy rind, originating from the canton of Neuchâtel in Switzerland. This small, flat, disc-shaped cheese typically measures 8 to 10 cm in diameter and 1.5 to 2 cm in height, weighing around 100 grams.

Made from cow's milk, its texture becomes soft and even runny as it matures over a short ripening period of 7 to 14 days. Some variations incorporate ingredients like cumin seeds to enhance flavor. Traditionally consumed young, tomme neuchâteloise can be enjoyed on its own, with crusty bread, or prepared as tomme panée—breaded and fried, sometimes wrapped in bacon.