The Best Cheese To Put On A Cheeseburger, According To Experts

As the name suggests, a cheeseburger’s quality can hinge on the choice of .

As the name suggests, a cheeseburger’s quality can hinge on the choice of .

The cheeseburger has long been an American staple. The subject of iconic music and even a major movie plot point, these dairy-topped patties are easy enough to make ― just add to a regular burger.

But when it comes to the type of cheese you choose, there’s a range of options that can affect the quality of the dish in many ways.

“A burger can go in so many different directions,” said James Whitehead, executive chef at Seaworthy in New Orleans. “Basically, you want to go either high-brow with characterful and divisive cheeses, or super low-brow with mild, familiar flavors like American and Muenster.”

We asked Whitehead and other culinary experts to share their favorite cheeses for cheeseburgers. Keep scrolling for some exciting options and combinations of cheeses to inspire your next cookout or spice up a regular weeknight dinner at home.

Toma

“I’ve never understood why folks put lousy cheese on burgers,” said Janet Fletcher, publisher of the Planet Cheese blog. “It’s a cheeseburger, people. The cheese matters. Using a tasty one takes no more effort, and it’s the difference between a ‘meh’ burger and a memorable one.”

She recommended the TomaTruffle from Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co. for a melty, flavorful option. It’s a semihard cheese made from pasteurized cow’s milk and aged for 90 days.

The Best Cheese To Put On A Cheeseburger, According To Experts's TomaTruffle

Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co.’s TomaTruffle

Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co.’s TomaTruffle

Sharp Cheddar

“For a traditional burger topped with lettuce, tomato and a creamy mayo, I like to opt for a sharp cheddar as opposed to American,” said “MasterChef” alum Lexy Rogers. “The bitterness in a sharp cheddar cuts through the fat of the burger and adds dimension no matter what quality beef you use.”

Cookbook author Brian Theis is also a fan of sharp cheddar and…

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