Aldi sells several varieties of cottage cheese, including a lowfat (1% milkfat) and a regular (4% milkfat) option. These cottage cheese options are small curd. Aldi does not sell large curd cottage cheese.
Cottage cheese is a type of fresh cheese that is made from the curds of cow's milk. It has a mild flavor and a creamy texture.
You can get Aldi cottage cheese under the brand name Friendly Farms. The brand Friendly Farms is a private-label brand found at Aldi.
Cottage cheese is currently a Regular Buy at Aldi. This means you should be able to find it the entire year. Aldi’s cottage cheese comes in 24 ounce plastic containers.
You can find Aldi cottage cheese in the refrigerated section at Aldi. The refrigerated section is usually along the perimiter of the store. Cottage cheese is typically found near the yogurt, butter, regular milk, oat milk, and almond milk.
The cottage cheese packaging is a 24 ounce plastic container with a predominantly red label. The packaging says:
Friendly Farms
Established 1979
Cottage Cheese
Small Curd | 4% Milkfat Minimum
11g of protein per serving
Grade A Pasteurized
Milk from cows not treated with rBST
The low fat version has a bright blue stripe along the top of the container to help denote that it is lowfat. The packaging says:
Friendly Farms
Established 1979
Lowfat
Cottage Cheese
Small Curd | 1% Milkfat
12g of protein per serving
Grade A Pasteurized
Milk from cows not treated with rBST
Aldi Cottage Cheese Price
6/21/2023 - A 24 ounce container of Aldi lowfat (1% milkfat) or regular (4% milkfat) Friendly Farms cottage cheese costs $2.49.
Reviews
Aldi cottage cheese gets mixed reviews. It is a great value for the price point. Some Aldi reviewers say they have noticed a general decline in the cottage cheese quality over the last few years. However, one Aisle of Shame Facebook group member posted this positive review:
Well, I'm sorry for all of those who have posted negative comments about their cottage cheese. But I've been getting the 4% friendly farms cottage cheese at Aldi's forever and it's been consistently wonderful! It's always fresh and creamy and well sealed and keeps in the refrigerator forever. This could be a supply chain issue where some truck loads of their cottage cheese gets exposed to too much heat for too long. But I love all these replace and refund policy! If I ever have a problem with any product at Aldi's I know I can just return it with my receipt and get a full refund and a replacement item. I don't know of any other store that is doing that in my area.
Michael S.
Some Aldi shoppers comment in reviews that the Aldi cottage cheese can have a bitter or sour taste compared to other cottage cheese brands.
Does any one else notice a complete texture inconsistency in the Aldi Friendly Farms low fat cottage cheese? I am super picky when it comes to cottage cheese and the Friendly Farms low-fat is legit when it is actually creamy. I can buy a container that is perfect, but when I purchase another the following week, it will be super thick and dry/pasty.
by justbrowsingdontask
Overall, it appears that Aldi cottage cheese can be really good, but it can also be mediocre at best. For some unknown reason, it just depends on the batch you end up purchasing.
Ingredients
Regular 4% cottage cheese ingredients: skim milk, milk, cream, lactose, salt, stabilizer (guar gum, mono and diglycerides, xanthan gum, carrageenan, carob bean gum), citric acid, carbon dioxide and potassium sorbate (maintain freshness) and cheese cultures. Contains: Milk.
Lowfat 1% cottage cheese ingredients: skim milk, milk, nonfat dry milk, lactose, salt, stabilizer (guar gum, mono and diglycerides, xanthan gum, carrageenan, carob bean gum), citric acid, carbon dioxide and potassium sorbate (maintain freshness), cream, vitamin A palmitate, cheese cultures. Contains: Milk.
Nutrition Facts & Calorie Information
Regular Cottage Cheese Nutrition Information
Servings: 6
Serving size: ½ cup
Amounter per serving:
Calories: 100
Total Fat: 4.5g
Sat. Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 480mg
Total Carb: 5g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Total Sugars: 4g
Added Sugars: 1g
Protein: 11g
Calcium: 6% DV
Potassium: 2% DV
Low Fat Cottage Cheese Nutrition Information
Servings: 6
Serving size: ½ cup
Amounter per serving:
Calories: 80
Total Fat: 1g
Sat. Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 490mg
Total Carb: 5g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Total Sugars: 5g
Added Sugars: 1g
Protein: 12g
Calcium: 8% DV
Potassium: 4% DV
Vitamin A: 4% DV
Frequently Asked Questions
What does cottage cheese taste like?
Cottage cheese tastes mild and a little tangy. People often say it's creamy and refreshing. The taste can be different depending on the brand and type, but usually, it has a gentle dairy flavor with a bit of sourness.
Some people think it's a bit salty or savory as well. The texture is unique because it has small lumps or curds in a creamy liquid. The lumps are soft and a little chewy, while the liquid part is smooth and creamy. Overall, cottage cheese has a one-of-a-kind taste and texture that makes it different from other cheeses.
People like to eat it by itself as a snack or side, but cottage cheese can also be used in recipes like Southern Baked Spaghetti. Cottage cheese is often a substitute for ricotta cheese since they both have a mild cheese flavor.
Does Aldi cottage cheese contain carrageenan?
Yes, Aldi's cottage cheese contains carrageenan. Carrageenan is listed as an ingredient in both the 1% and 4% cottage cheese containers.
Some individuals choose to avoid carrageenan since some studies suggest it may cause digestive issues and inflammation in sensitive individuals. It is approved for food use. However, its potential health effects have raised concerns. This leads some people to avoid foods containing carrageenan or opt for alternatives.
What is the carb content of cottage cheese?
The carbohydrate content of cottage cheese can vary depending on the brand and the specific variety of cottage cheese. However, in general, cottage cheese is relatively low in carbohydrates. Typically, a ½-cup (114-gram) serving of plain, low-fat cottage cheese contains around 3-6 grams of carbohydrates. Both the lowfat cottage cheese and regular cottage cheese at Aldi contains 5 grams of carbohydrates.
Flavored or sweetened varieties of cottage cheese may have higher carbohydrate content due to the addition of sugars or other flavorings. Check the nutrition label on the packaging to determine the precise carbohydrate content.
Can you freeze cottage cheese?
Yes, you can freeze cottage cheese. However, it might not taste as good after freezing. Freezing cottage cheese can change its texture. The freezing process can make cottage cheese watery and grainy when you defrost it. It's better to eat cottage cheese before it goes bad or use it in cooked dishes.
If you do freeze it, put it in a sealed container and thaw it slowly in the fridge. The texture might change and different types of cottage cheese might freeze differently. It is better to use cottage cheese that has been previously frozen in recipes rather than eating it by itself.
Try Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes or Cottage Cheese Ice Cream if your cottage cheese was previously frozen. The cottage cheese is blended in these recipes which will help hide any texture issues the cottage cheese may have due to being frozen.
Randy
Cottage cheese shouldn’t have FOURTEEN Ingredients!!!
Aldi lost a family of cottage cheese eaters!
Daisy Cottage Cheese has FOUR ingredients; Cultured skim milk, cream, salt, vitamin A.
You / They should take note.
Lauren
I'm not affiliated with Aldi. Thank you for being concerned about the ingredient list. Maybe Aldi will find a manufacturer that will produce cottage cheese with cleaner ingredients.