Is gouda considered a soft cheese?

Depends, actually I do think it comes in all sorts: from young to very old. Gouda Black for example is a really hard, old cheese, extremely tasteful but so hard that when you cut it, it falls apart. read more

Gouda normally seen is only about 6 weeks old, and is classed as a semi-hard cheese. It is made in very large wheels, which would not be possible if it was a soft cheese. I've had some 18 months old and a hammer and chisel would be useful to shave off slivers. read more

Gouda, is a mild, yellow cheese made from cow's milk. It is one of the most popular cheeses worldwide. The name is used today as a general term for numerous similar cheeses produced in the traditional Dutch manner. read more

Why Gouda cheese is likely the most nutrient dense cheese you can buy even if it's from the supermarket. read more

No,soft cheese is not pressed and has a certain moisture content. Gouda is a hard cheese because it is pressed. Pressed cheese isn't classified as soft cheese. There are semi-soft/hard cheeses which have a low moisture content but are not pressed. read more

Other semi-soft to firm cheeses include Gouda, Edam, Jarlsberg, Cantal, and Kashkaval/Cașcaval. Cheeses of this type are ideal for melting and are often served on toast for quick snacks or simple meals. read more