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Definition of havarti

havarti

/həˈvɑːr.ti/
ha · var · ti

Plural:havartis
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• noun

1

A semi-soft Danish cow's milk cheese characterized by a pale yellow color, a buttery and slightly acidic flavor, and small, irregular interior eyes (holes).

Example

"We prepared a charcuterie board featuring sliced prosciutto, fresh grapes, and a block of dill havarti."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Named after Havarthigaard (Havarti farm) in Øverød, Denmark, where cheese-maker Hanne Nielsen originally developed the cheese in the mid-19th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Havarti. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/havarti
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