National String Cheese Day
A delicious and tasty snack that’s nutritious and fun to eat, string cheese is the star of the show for National String Cheese Day!
How to Celebrate National String Cheese Day
Have a super fun time celebrating everything to do with National String Cheese Day with some of these fun ideas:
Enjoy Eating Some String Cheese
Since it’s a bit of a finger food, many adults tend to stop eating string cheese as they grow up.
But National String Cheese Day is the right time to forget about being a grown-up and eat with those fingers again! Grab a snack-sized package of string cheese and enjoy a little snack in honor of the day.
Share Some String Cheese with Friends
When purchased in larger packages, string cheese is perfect for sharing because they are often sold in individually wrapped lunchbox or snack sized portions.
Grab a large package and pass them out to coworkers at the office. Take a walk around the neighborhood and pass out string cheese. Or just make sure every family member gets a portion of string cheese in their lunch box in honor of National String Cheese Day!
Cook with String Cheese
String Cheese can be used for more than just snacking. This type of mozzarella cheese can be an ingredient in a variety of recipes.
This might include recipes such as fried or baked mozzarella sticks, stuffed peppers, pizza flavored crescent rolls, stuffed crust pizza and so much more.
National String Cheese Day makes the perfect opportunity to get creative in the kitchen using delicious and nutritious string cheese!
History of National String Cheese Day
String cheese is a quaint little snack that is fun and delicious to eat. Kids especially love the way this cheese is made so that it can be peeled off of the cheese stick in “strings” that can then be eaten one at a time.
Usually made of white cheese such as mozzarella, though it can also include a blend of other types of cheeses.
This type of cheese is unique because it is made from mozzarella cheese that is heated. When it is brought to certain temperature levels (around 140 degrees F), the process realigns the milk proteins and creates the stringy texture. After it is cooled, the cheese can then be peeled into strips.
The concept of string cheese is actually a fairly recent invention, at least compared to the history of cheese in general.
The idea is believed to have come about in the mid-1970s when Wisconsin cheesemaker Frank Baker thought up the idea of offering snack-sized, individually wrapped portions of mozzarella cheese. It became popular in the 1980s
National String Cheese Day was founded in 2017 by Galbani Cheese, a cheese company from Italy that also markets string cheese in the United States. This is a fun day to celebrate this delightful and healthy snack that is beloved by kids (and kids at heart) all over.
National String Cheese Day FAQs
Did medieval Europeans eat a version of string cheese?
Yes! A cheese called “Caciocavallo” from Southern Italy dates back over 500 years and has a naturally stringy texture.
Monks and farmers aged these cheeses by tying them in pairs over wooden beams, creating a look similar to saddlebags.
Though not exactly the same as today’s individually wrapped snack, this early cheese shared the peelable, stretchy quality that makes string cheese so fun to eat.
What’s the longest piece of string cheese ever made?
In 2013, a dairy company in Wisconsin created a record-breaking string cheese measuring nearly 1,000 feet long!
The company used a continuous extrusion process, much like pasta-making, to keep the cheese in one unbroken strip. It was displayed at a state fair before being cut up and shared with visitors.
Why do some people say string cheese tastes better when peeled instead of bitten?
String cheese releases more flavor when peeled because pulling the cheese into strands increases its surface area, allowing more exposure to air.
This slightly alters its texture and makes the cheese feel softer in your mouth. It’s a psychological trick, but many cheese lovers swear by it!
What’s the most unusual way string cheese has been used in cooking?
In Japan, some sushi chefs wrap string cheese inside sushi rolls for a fusion twist.
The mild cheese pairs well with rice and seafood, adding a creamy texture. It’s also been deep-fried in tempura batter, creating a crunchy, melty snack that surprises first-time eaters.
Is there a “right” way to eat string cheese?
Some people peel it, others bite it directly—but science says peeling is more satisfying because of the way it engages fine motor skills. Kids especially enjoy pulling apart the cheese, making snack time more interactive.
However, people in a rush tend to bite straight into it, favoring convenience over experience.
How did string cheese end up on space missions?
Astronauts love string cheese because it’s individually wrapped, lightweight, and doesn’t create crumbs—a big no-no in microgravity.
NASA included string cheese in space food supplies for astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as an easy source of protein. The packaging is slightly modified to withstand space travel.
What’s the most expensive string cheese ever sold?
A gourmet dairy farm in France experimented with a truffle-infused string cheese, which sold for $50 per piece!
The rare black truffles were blended into the mozzarella before being shaped into long, stretchable strands. Despite its high price, cheese lovers snapped it up as a luxury snack.
Can string cheese be used as fishing bait?
Yes! Fishermen have used pieces of string cheese to catch catfish and carp because the dense, chewy texture stays on the hook longer than soft cheese.
Some even swear by melting it slightly to make it extra sticky. While not a common method, it has proven effective in certain freshwater lakes.
Has string cheese ever been involved in a legal battle?
In 2006, a major cheese manufacturer sued another company for falsely advertising its product as “string cheese” when it didn’t actually have the signature peelable texture.
The case highlighted how strict the industry is about what qualifies as real string cheese. The lawsuit ended in a settlement, ensuring only properly made cheese could use the name.
Can pets eat string cheese?
Dogs can enjoy small amounts of plain, unsalted string cheese as a high-protein treat.
However, cats and lactose-intolerant pets should avoid it. Some dog trainers even use string cheese as a reward because it’s easy to portion and has a strong smell that dogs love.
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