Cheddar Cheese - 1 year aged

Cheddar Cheese - 1 year aged

As cheddar ages over the years, it generally goes from a mild to a 10 year and stronger flavor. The texture will also change from having a smooth, creamy feel to develop developing hard, salt, like crystals, due to the culture, breaking down lactose in the cheese to produce lactic acid. These crystals are formed on the surface of cheeses where moisture could collect. As they get older crystals will form inside the cheese as well.