Top 4 Finnish Semi-soft Cheeses

Aura is a semi-soft Finnish cheese made from cow’s milk. It originates from the city of Turku, but since 1935 the production has been transferred to the region of Äänekoski. This blue cheese has a creamy texture and a strong, tangy, salty, and sharp flavor, similar to Roquefort. It was named after the Aura River. Nowadays, the cheese is sold in two versions – regular, aged for six weeks, and Aura Gold, aged for twelve weeks. Aura is often used as a filling for rolled stuffed salmon, but it is also commonly used in the preparation of cheese soups.Expand

Raejuusto is the Finnish version of cottage cheese. This semi-soft, low-fat cheese is made from cow’s milk and has a high content of protein. It is typically served on its own, sprinkled over salads and soups, or combined with olive oil, cucumbers, and black pepper.Expand

Often compared to the Danish havarti, Oltermanni is a Finnish cheese made from cow’s milk. The cheese is characterized by a fresh, pleasant aroma and a smooth, creamy texture which makes it easily spreadable. Its flavor is buttery, rich, and mild. Oltermanni can be used in the preparation of sandwiches, soups, and sauces, but it is also commonly cut into wedges or slices, then served with plums, grapes, or pears. It is recommended to pair the cheese with a glass of Merlot or Pinot Grigio on the side.Expand

Lappi is a semi-soft Finnish cheese named after the province of its origin – Lapland. This rindless cheese is made from partially skimmed cow’s milk. It has a smooth, creamy, and firm texture with numerous small holes dispersed throughout its body. Lappi has a mild, sweet flavor and melts easily. It's recommended to use it in fondues and pair it with a glass of dessert wine on the side.Expand