Crafting Midwest Cheese with Art and Passion since 2006.

The Old-Fashioned Way, Everyday

Handmade in Iowa

Milton Creamery’s dream of adding value to milk for small dairy farmers, creating jobs in the community, and bringing consumers a product crafted with art and passion has come true.

The Musser family make artisanal cheese the old fashioned way, and source their growth-hormone-free milk from small, family Amish and Mennonite farms less than 30 miles from the creamery.

Prairie Breeze, an artisan cheese from Milton Creamery, handcrafted in Iowa with milk from local Amish and Mennonite farms, displayed on a rich wooden surface.

Prairie Breeze™

A twist on a well-aged cheddar, Prairie Breeze™ is unlike any other.

Sweeter than your typical cheddar, Prairie Breeze starts with adding a proprietary blend of cultures and vegetarian rennet to coagulate the milk. The curds are cheddared and then aged for a minimum of 9 months.

Anyone who’s tasted Prairie Breeze knows that this cheese is different, but perhaps couldn’t put a finger on it. While it has the tangy, piquant, umami-rich flavor of many quality cheddars, a prevailing sweet and nutty profile emerges. It is full flavored with hints of pineapple and almond undertones. A crumbly texture develops along with an abundant amount of tyrosine crystals. Its paste is fudgy on the palate allowing it to linger on the tongue.

We like to say it is affordable enough for back of the house yet sophisticated enough for front of the house and it can compete against any imported specialty cheddar.

No surprise it is a six-time award winner!

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories 110, Total Fat 9g (12% DV), Sat. Fat 7g (35% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 25mg (8% DV), Sodium 180mg (8% DV), Total Carb. 2g (1% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 0g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 7g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (20% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. (0% DV)

  • Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Vegetarian Rennet, Cultures.

Artisan cheese blocks from Milton Creamery, labeled "Morning Harvest," on a warm-toned wooden table, signifying traditional Midwestern handcrafted quality.

Morning Harvest

Morning Harvest, an “American Original”, draws on Milton Creamery’s expertise in creating cheddar-style cheeses, while also allowing their Swiss and German roots to shine.

This style of making cheese along with the proprietary blend of cultures results in a cheese that has an incredibly fruity aroma with a subtly sweet flavor and a creamy texture. It truly is unique.

Upon first taste, you’ll find notes of sweet cream and buttered popcorn with a lovely lingering finish. Aged for at least 7 months, it is firm yet sliceable in texture with superb meltability similar to that of a Havarti or Fontina. 

The cheese is a collaboration between Milton Creamery and Kentucky-owned dairy farmers, which is the foundation of their purpose: to support the American Dairy Farming Community.

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories 110, Total Fat 9g (12% DV), Sat. Fat 6g (30% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 20mg (7% DV), Sodium 180mg (8% DV), Total Carb. 2g (1% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 0g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 6g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (15% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. (0% DV).

  • Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Vegetarian Rennet, Cultures.

Handcrafted Milton Creamery Old Style cheddar styled on a wooden surface evoking midwestern artisanal charm, highlighting our award-winning, small-batch cheese tradition.

Old Style Cheddar

Old Style Cheddar has been developed from years of cheese-making, perfecting this cheese into a creamy, salty and slightly sweet bite with a creamy, smooth texture.

We like to call our Old Style Cheddar a nice, approachable, everyday cheese.

Aged for five to seven months, it’s a highly versatile cheddar that can be used in many recipe applications.

  • Perfect in a grilled cheese with a huge slice of tomato

  • Shred into pasta

  • Serve simply with slices of green apple

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories 110, Total Fat 9g (12% DV), Sat. Fat 6g (30% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 20mg (7% DV), Sodium 220mg (10% DV), Total Carb. 1g (0% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 0g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 7g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (20% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. (0% DV).

  • Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Vegetarian Rennet, Cultures.

Milton Creamery's award-winning Old Style Reserve cheddar, handcrafted in Iowa, displayed on a wooden board highlighting midwestern artisanal traditions.

Cheddar Reserve

We've taken our basic cheddar and aged it for a minimum of two years.

It’s aged longer and flies off the shelf faster. It has a strong medium cheddar bite that will fulfill any cheddar connoisseurs' need.

Limited quantities. Get it while you can!

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories 110, Total Fat 9g (12% DV), Sat. Fat 6g (30% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 20mg (7% DV), Sodium 220mg (10% DV), Total Carb. 1g (0% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 0g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 7g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (20% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. (0% DV).

  • Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Vegetarian Rennet, Cultures.

Artisanal Milton Creamery cheeses, handcrafted in Iowa, displayed on a warm wooden surface highlighting the farm-fresh, award-winning Midwest charm.

4 Alarm Cheddar

4 Alarm Cheddar is a unique cheddar made with ghost, chili, chipotle, and jalapeño peppers. Not quite 5 alarms, but definitely more than 3.

This scorcher from Milton Creamery uses the ghost pepper to live up to its name. Still, no need to be frightened; it has a lovely creaminess to keep the fire from burning out of control.

  • Pair with slices of crisp fruit, such as apples or pears.

  • Enjoy in quesadillas and tacos, or as a flavorful addition to southwest-style salads, alongside avocados and tomatoes.

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories 100, Total Fat 8g (10% DV), Sat. Fat 6g (30% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 20mg (7% DV), Sodium 230mg (10% DV), Total Carb. 2g (1% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 0g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 6g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (15% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. (0% DV)

  • Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Chipotle Peppers, Jalapeño Peppers, Chili Peppers, Ghost Peppers, Vegetarian Rennet, Cultures.

Handcrafted Milton Creamery award-winning artisan cheese, Black Pepper Cheddar, on a rich wooden table, showcasing midwestern tradition and family-farm quality.

Black Pepper Cheddar

Black Pepper Cheddar starts with our delicious creamy cheddar recipe and then we add freshly cracked peppercorns to provide a burst of pepper in every bite. If you love black pepper this is for you!

  • Try a cocktail pairing such as a classic Old Fashioned. With its touch of sweetness, it pairs well with the spiciness of the cracked black peppercorn cheddar.

  • Or, try a Bloody Mary: its bold and savory flavors complement the spiciness of the cheddar, creating a harmonious taste sensation.

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories 110, Total Fat 9g (12% DV), Sat. Fat 6g (30% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 20mg (7% DV), Sodium 220mg (10% DV), Total Carb. 1g (0% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 0g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 7g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (20% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. (0% DV).

  • Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Crushed Peppercorn, Vegetarian Rennet, Cultures.

Handcrafted Midwest cheese blocks from Milton Creamery, celebrating tradition with award-winning prairie cheese, on a rustic wood and white background.

Caramelized Onion Cheddar

Caramelized Onion Cheddar is a fan favorite and hard to resist once you’ve tasted it.

The mild and creamy cheddar is perfectly blended with caramelized onions that provide a savory-sweet taste that makes it versatile and addictive. The cheese is based on a traditional cheddar recipe.

Caramelized Onion Cheddar is an approachable flavor for a cheese board, but it is also excellent:

  • Melted on a burger, in fondue or in macaroni and cheese.

  • Pair with a Riesling or Sauvignon Blanc and IPA or Blonde Ale.

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories 110, Total Fat 9g (12% DV), Sat. Fat 6g (30% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 20mg (7% DV), Sodium 220mg (10% DV), Total Carb. 1g (0% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 0g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 7g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (20% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. (0% DV).

  • Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Minced Onions, Toasted Onions, Vegetarian Rennet, Cultures.

Handcrafted Milton Creamery award-winning cheese, speckled with herbs, on a white surface, symbolizing traditional Midwest artisanal craftsmanship.

Garden Vegetable Cheddar

Garden Vegetable Cheddar is full of depth and vegetables.

It is a tasty blend with red and green peppers, carrots, tomatoes, onions, parsley, and celery. Each flavor alone is delightful but this combination is outstanding!

  • Perfect in your picnic basket next to crudités

  • Slice onto a baguette

  • Melt into a rustic vegetable tart.

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories 110, Total Fat 9g (12% DV), Sat. Fat 6g (30% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 20mg (7% DV), Sodium 220mg (10% DV), Total Carb. 1g (0% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 0g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 7g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (20% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. (0% DV)

  • Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Bell Peppers, Carrots, Tomatoes, Onions, Parsley, Celery, Vegetarian Rennet, Cultures.

Handcrafted Milton Tomato Garlic Cheddar Cheese, with plump red tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and homespun gingham cloth on a rich wooden background. Midwestern artisanal delight from Milton Creamery.

Tomato Garlic Cheddar

Tomato Garlic Cheddar is a unique combination of sun-dried tomatoes and garlic.

The tomato is subtle, adding color, while the garlic adds a bit of flavor. It is a young cheese, only aged a few weeks, and it slightly crumbly, yet creamy. It's an appealing combination – making it a customer favorite!

  • Melt on pizza

  • Shave on top of tomato soup.

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories 110, Total Fat 9g (12% DV), Sat. Fat 6g (30% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 20mg (7% DV), Sodium 220mg (10% DV), Total Carb. 1g (0% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 0g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 7g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (20% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. (0% DV)

  • Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Tomatoes, Garlic, Vegetarian Rennet, Cultures.

Artisan quark cheese from Milton Creamery on a rustic wooden board, symbolizing midwestern handcrafted tradition and quality.

Quark

Quark is German-style cream cheese, traditionally fresh and tangy.

But this “cream cheese” is like no other and is unlike any you’ve ever tasted. It’s simple and rich in a way that only a pure food can be.

In German traditions, Quark was made daily from the milk of the family cow. We have revived this tradition to bring you a fresh cream cheese without any fillers.

This soft, naturally spreadable cheese has a higher protein content than Greek yogurt and is delectable in both savory and sweet dishes or on its own.

  • Spread on a piece of fresh jalapeño cheddar bread for a snack made in heaven, or on plain toast with a bit of honey.

  • Use a dollop on a fresh fruit pie or crisp.

  • Make a German Quark Cake

  • Servings: 6
    Serving Size: 1oz. (28g)
    Amount per serving: Calories: 60, Calories from Fat: 45, Total Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 3.5 g, Trans fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 10 mg, Sodium: 140 mg, Total Carbohydrate: 1 g, Dietary Fiber: 0 g, Sugars: 1 g, Protein: 3 g

  • Pasteurized Cow’s Milk, Salt, Powdered Skim Milk, Cultures, and Vegetable Rennet

Handcrafted Milton cheese on a marble board with wooden accent, showcasing the simplicity of our traditional Amish creamery's artisan Midwest cheddar.

Cheese Curds

Our Cheddar Cheese Curds are made fresh every week and are a staff favorite, as well as for many of our customers.

They are an addictive snacking cheese due to their mild, fresh milk and salty flavor. The curds can be eaten straight out of the bag, deep fried, and are the star ingredient in a Poutine.

  • If you want the curds to “squeak”, warm them up for about 10-15 seconds in the microwave. Warm curds are squeaky curds.

  • Pasteurized cow milk, salt, vegetable rennet, cultures

  • → Tomato Garlic

    → Smoked

    → Olive

    → Pizza

    → Taco

    → Dill

    → Onion & Parsley

    → Chive

Artisan cheese maker at Milton Creamery handcrafting with a blend of colorful spices, showcasing the traditional process of Midwest award-winning cheese.

“We love Milton Creamery!”

“Prairie Breeze is the bomb and the best cheddar I've ever eaten.”

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B2B Resources

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