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Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties

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Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties

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Karaman Divle Obruğu Tulum Cheese is a traditional Turkish cheese unique to the Karaman region. This cheese acquires its distinctive characteristics through fermentation and ripening processes facilitated by the natural microbial flora of Divle Cave. In this study, the physicochemical, microbiological, color, meltability, and textural properties of Divle Tulum cheese samples obtained from two different producers in Karaman were investigated. The results showed that both samples contained high counts of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and total mesophilic aerobic bacteria (>7 log cfu/g). Additionally, high microbial counts were observed for yeasts and coliforms, with mean values of 4.50 and 4.23 log cfu/g, respectively, highlighting the need for improved hygienic practices during production. As a result of physicochemical analyzes, the average pH, acidity, dry matter, fat, protein and salt contents of the samples were determined as 5.83 ± 0.00, 1.12 ± 0.08% L.A., 61.22 ± 2.48%, 21.10 ± 2.33%, 29.52 ± 2.20% and 4.69 ± 0.28%, respectively. Significant differences were detected in the L*, a*, and b* color values of the cheeses (p<0.05). Melting analysis at 130°C showed meltability of 58.75 ± 8.35% and 112.24 ± 8.26% for the samples. These variations are thought to be influenced by factors such as moisture, protein and fat content, protein structure, LAB activity, and ripening conditions. The findings of this study emphasize the importance of standardized production practices in preserving the unique characteristics of Karaman Divle Obruğu Tulum cheese and ensuring food safety.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Divle Tulum cheese, Microbial load, Texture, Traditional food

Etik Beyan

The present study is an original research article designed and produced by the authors and did not involve human or animal experimentation.

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Kaynak Göster

APA
Üçok, G., & Jararaa, R. (2025). Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties. Necmettin Erbakan University Journal of Science and Engineering, 7(3), 440-457. https://doi.org/10.47112/neufmbd.2026.105
AMA
1.Üçok G, Jararaa R. Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties. NEU Fen Muh Bil Der. 2025;7(3):440-457. doi:10.47112/neufmbd.2026.105
Chicago
Üçok, Gamze, ve Ruqaia Jararaa. 2025. “Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties”. Necmettin Erbakan University Journal of Science and Engineering 7 (3): 440-57. https://doi.org/10.47112/neufmbd.2026.105.
EndNote
Üçok G, Jararaa R (01 Aralık 2025) Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties. Necmettin Erbakan University Journal of Science and Engineering 7 3 440–457.
IEEE
[1]G. Üçok ve R. Jararaa, “Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties”, NEU Fen Muh Bil Der, c. 7, sy 3, ss. 440–457, Ara. 2025, doi: 10.47112/neufmbd.2026.105.
ISNAD
Üçok, Gamze - Jararaa, Ruqaia. “Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties”. Necmettin Erbakan University Journal of Science and Engineering 7/3 (01 Aralık 2025): 440-457. https://doi.org/10.47112/neufmbd.2026.105.
JAMA
1.Üçok G, Jararaa R. Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties. NEU Fen Muh Bil Der. 2025;7:440–457.
MLA
Üçok, Gamze, ve Ruqaia Jararaa. “Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties”. Necmettin Erbakan University Journal of Science and Engineering, c. 7, sy 3, Aralık 2025, ss. 440-57, doi:10.47112/neufmbd.2026.105.
Vancouver
1.Gamze Üçok, Ruqaia Jararaa. Karaman Divle Cave Tulum Cheese: An Overview of Microbiological, Physicochemical, and Textural Properties. NEU Fen Muh Bil Der. 01 Aralık 2025;7(3):440-57. doi:10.47112/neufmbd.2026.105