Gorgonzola Dolce Cheese

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About Gorgonzola Dolce Cheese

Gorgonzola Dolce, or "Sweet Gorgonzola," is the milder form of Gorgonzola cheese, characterized by its soft, spreadable texture and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. It has a creamy consistency with blue veins less pronounced than in Gorgonzola Piccante, making it popular in creamy sauces and on cheese boards.

Key Facts

Country of Origin Italy
Milk Type Cow's milk
Milk Treatment Pasteurized
Texture Soft, blue-veined
Flavor Nutty, sweet
Aroma Mild, milky
Colors Pale yellow

Alternative Names for Gorgonzola Dolce

Gorgonzola Dolce DOP

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