The fact that glazed curds are loved by both adults and children is a proven fact. But how useful are they? Doctors and nutritionists unanimously reiterate that curd cakes are far from a natural composition, which means that they bring the body not good, but only harm. But there is an exception to this rule - products of the Voronezh trademark Vkusnoteevo. Cheese brand repeatedly passed state quality control without any comments. Products have a pleasant taste, natural composition and a wide range. And it is about this that we will describe in detail in our article, as well as present feedback from real customers.
Brand Information
The founder of the Vkusnoteevo trademark is the domestic company Molvest , which owns several large dairy plants in Russia and Ukraine. Raw materials are supplied to enterprises daily from their own farms located in the Voronezh region and covering an area of more than 50 hectares. All products are made from fresh milk, which gives more than 23 thousand cows of elite breeds, selected around the world.
The Vkusnoteevo trademark is the flagship brand of the Molvest company, existing since 2000 and producing a large assortment of dairy products. The manufacturer guarantees an honest composition of the product and high quality. This is largely ensured by the use of modern methods of delivery and processing of milk simultaneously using high-tech packaging. The dairy products of the brand are not only tasty, but also healthy.
Assortment of glazed cheeses "Vkusnoteevo"
Under the presented brand , fresh pasteurized milk, yoghurts, cottage cheese, butter, kefir, fermented baked milk, sour cream, homemade sourdough, curd mass, glazed curds, cream, and hard and semi-hard cheeses are produced. All products are distinguished by their natural composition and guaranteed high quality.
As for the cheeses " Vkusnoteevo " , they are represented by the following assortment of tastes:
- vanilla - 23 % fat, in foil packs, weighing 40 g and 80 g ;
- cherry - of similar fat content and weighing 40 g ;
- with raspberry flavor - curd cheese glazed with a fat content of 23 % ;
- cheese with cocoa - weighing 40 g ;
- curd cheese with strawberries " Premium " - fat content is 15 % ;
- with boiled condensed milk in caramel glaze - cheese " Premium " with a fat content of 16 % ;
- premium-class cheese " Vanilla " - fat content 16 % , weight 40 g ;
- cheese with boiled condensed milk - fat content of 23 % .
All curds are stored for no more than 15 days at a temperature from - 4 to +2 ° .
The composition of cheese "Vkusnoteevo"
Depending on what is used as a filler for the curd, the composition of the products may vary. Consider which components are part of the cottage cheese " Vkusnoteevo " on the example of a premium product called " Vanilla " .
So, the composition of cheese includes:
- cottage cheese;
- granulated sugar;
- chocolate icing (butter, sugar, cocoa powder);
- vanilla powder (spice).
No preservatives, stabilizers and other chemicals are used in the manufacture of products. And the expiration date (not more than 15 days) only confirms this. If you compare the cheese " Vkusnoteevo " with similar products from other brands, then its composition can surely be called ideal.
At the same time, the cherry-flavored product contains less natural components in the composition. In addition to cottage cheese, confectionery glaze, sugar, butter, fruit filler with cherry flavor and flavor are used in the production of cheese. The composition of the confectionery glaze includes a lauric type cocoa butter substitute, emulsifiers, and coconut oil. At the same time, the cherry filler contains water, sugar, applesauce, thickeners, colorants and preservative potassium sorbate. Thus, the composition of glazed cottage cheese with cherry flavor can hardly be called completely natural. Here the manufacturer clearly made an advertisement for himself.
Calorie content and nutritional value
Since cheeses with different tastes have a different composition, the number of calories, fats, proteins and carbohydrates will be different in them. This should be considered by all people who adhere to a diet and are counting the calorie content of foods.
The premium " Vanilla " cheese " Vkusnoteevo " is in high demand among consumers. Its calorie content is almost 338 kcal. In this case, the amount of fat reaches 22.7 g (of which 16 g in cottage cheese), protein - 8 g , carbohydrates - 25 g . The calorie content of the curd cheese in the confectionery glaze with cherry flavor is 422 kcal. The nutritional value of such a product is as follows: fats - 25.4 g (of which 23 g in cottage cheese), proteins - 7, carbohydrates - 41.4 g . It is worth noting that the calorie content of cheesecakes with fillers in the composition is much higher compared to products based on pure cottage cheese. The nutritional value of such products is lower.
Quality control
Cheese " Vkusnoteevo " premium segment " Vanilla " has repeatedly passed the Russian control for compliance with the quality declared by the manufacturer. The results that were obtained as a result of research are as follows:
- according to microbiological indicators, the product complies with safety requirements;
- product labeling is true, and the use of the term “ chocolate icing ” instead of the name “ milk fat icing ” is not a violation;
- in terms of organoleptic characteristics and mass fraction of glaze, the cheese does not comply with GOST standards, but since it was produced in accordance with other specifications, this is not considered a violation;
- relatively low sugar content.
In general, the cheese " Vkusnoteevo " successfully passed control on compliance with safety requirements.
Advantages and disadvantages of products
As a result of the Russian control, the following advantages of Vkusnoteevo cheeses were revealed in comparison with similar products of other brands:
- security;
- lack of vegetable fats , starch and carrageenan ;
- lack of preservatives;
- coated with glaze based on natural milk fat;
- low sugar content.
At the same time, as a result of the control, the disadvantages were identified:
- the chocolate glaze indicated on the packaging is not really such and can be misleading, while milk-based confectionery glaze is used;
- the mass fraction of glaze is higher than the value stated on the package;
- the soft consistency of the curd mass, which worsens the organoleptic characteristics in general;
- the product is thawed repeatedly, as evidenced by drops on the surface of the glaze.
Customer reviews
Most consumers are satisfied with the quality of Vkusnoteevo brand products. This also applies to curd glazed curds. But the number of positive and negative reviews about different types of products is significantly different.
More than others, consumers liked the Premium cheeses. Their composition is more natural, and the taste is much nicer. According to reviews, the cheese " Vkusnoteevo " with vanilla is the best at the moment, fully lives up to its name and has a taste originally from childhood.
Also, many customers liked the glazed cocoa flavored cheese. According to them, the glaze on it does not have cracks, stains and drops, which confirms the high quality of the product. The cheese has a delicate and rich chocolate flavor.
Negative reviews are found only about cheesecakes, which contain filler. So, in products with the taste of cherries in fact this berry is not contained. Instead , apple puree, cherry flavor and dye, which gives the corresponding color, are present as a filler. As for the taste and consistency of the curd mass, it is ideal, soft and soft in all cheeses.
The cost of cheese
Prices for Vkusnoteevo products are often lower than for similar products from other manufacturers. This is explained by the presence of their own farms and the introduction of modern methods of delivering raw materials directly to the plant.
Despite the high quality and natural composition, cheese " Vkusnoteevo " are quite inexpensive. For most buyers, the price set on them is quite acceptable. So, vanilla cheese " Vkusnoteevo " premium in most stores costs about 23 rubles, and with a filling " condensed milk " or " strawberry " - 25 rubles. Other glazed curds weighing 40 g each cost about 20-21 rubles. Product quality is high and it is guaranteed by the manufacturer.
Should I buy Vkusnoteevo products?
Despite the fact that not all cheeses have a 100 % natural composition, in comparison with products of other manufacturers Vkusnoteevo can be called one of the best. In the production of the products presented, natural cottage cheese is really used, which is produced from high-quality milk from our own farms .
Consumers almost unanimously recommend the Vkusnoteevo cheese for breakfast or as a snack for both children and adults. The high quality of products is also confirmed by numerous tests of Russian control. Therefore, " Vkusnoteevo " is worth buying, and millions of buyers across Russia and abroad agree with this statement.