Description
Homemade crème fraîche is a rich and tangy cultured cream that’s perfect for topping desserts or adding to savory dishes. It’s easy to make with just two ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon cultured buttermilk
Instructions
- In a glass container, mix together 1 cup of whipping cream and 1 tablespoon of cultured buttermilk.
- Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap and leave it out on your counter at room temperature until thickened. This process will take approximately 8 hours, but the time may vary depending on the room temperature.
- Once thickened to your desired consistency, refrigerate the crème fraîche until ready to use.
Notes
Ensure the cream and buttermilk are at room temperature before mixing for best results. For the best flavor, use cream that is not ultra-pasteurized, though it can be challenging to find. If using ultra-pasteurized cream, it will still work well. Store the crème fraîche in the refrigerator and use within a week. It’s perfect for dolloping on tacos, soups, or desserts like apple pie.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Basics
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 820
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 80
- Fat: 88
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 330