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Applewood Smoked Ricotta
Awarded Bronze at the 2025–26 World Cheese Awards & Top 25 Essential Cheese in America by Food & Wine Magazine - March 2026
A Signature Cheese by Crooked Face Creamery
Cold-smoked over organic, locally sourced applewood and made with rich whole milk from registered Jersey cows, this ricotta is fresh and light, yet deeply creamy and flavorful. Seasoned with just a touch of salt, it carries a warm, savory smokiness that’s both comforting and unforgettable.
Here’s how I like to describe it:
"I call this cheese 'Up North' because of the feeling it brings me — like sitting around a campfire at Moosehead Lake, laughing with family under the stars. One bite, and I’m transported back to those golden moments, the smoky aroma filling the air and my heart. It’s a truly original cheese you won’t find anywhere else."
— Amy
Designed to be savored by the spoonful or on a board, but just as incredible spread over fresh bread, tossed with greens, melted onto wood-fired pizza, or stirred into your favorite pasta. Drizzle with a little olive oil, or add a touch of Sriracha for a spicy kick that will send your taste buds soaring.
I saw the F&W award and had to try the “up north” smoked ricotta. It is amazingly creamy and the fact it is smoked makes it that much better. I couldn’t help myself and spread it on a baguette immediately because I had to taste it. I put it on a pizza that evening and it was out of this world! (I added “up north” after pulling pizza out of the oven — it melted a bit and was super creamy and delicious). Thinking of maybe ricotta gnocchi or stuffed shells/ravioli… just spread on bread /english muffin/bagel is such a great treat in the morning !!!! What a cool cheese you have made, Amy! We also had the smoked gouda with melon from the farmer’s market -which was a delicious pairing — the smoked gouda is stupendous. The smoked butter is super good with veggies, mushrooms, pasta & cheese…. We are so enjoying exploring all of the Crooked Face products! Give the girls hugs from us and hugs to you for sharing your talents and great food with us! We are so so lucky to have discovered you! Thank you Amy! You have a great talent and skill and we love your stuff! ❤️
Title says it all. Go for it.
Nice taste surprise, not what I expected in flavor. It was better!
The smoked ricotta is outstanding—smooth, creamy, and perfectly smoky. Such a delicious cheese!
Great new (to me) spreadable cheese!
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