Easy Homemade Crème Fraîche Recipe

Name: Easy Homemade Crème Fraîche Recipe
Yield: 1 cup
Ingredients: 1 cup (250 mL) 33 to 35% Canadian whipping cream; 3 tbsp (45 mL) Canadian buttermilk or regular Canadian sour cream

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Discover the simplicity of creating your own crème fraîche with this easy, two-ingredient recipe. Transform your meals with a homemade touch that brings a creamy, tangy flavor, elevating your culinary experience with a hint of Canadian tradition.

Prep: 5 min

Yields 1 cup

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Ingredients

1 cup (250 mL) 33 to 35% Canadian whipping cream
3 tbsp (45 mL) Canadian buttermilk or regular Canadian sour cream

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Preparation

In a bowl, stir together cream and buttermilk. Cover with a lint-free kitchen towel and let stand at room temperature (68 to 72 °F/20 to 22° C) for about 24 hours or until thickened. It should smell fresh and nutty. (Discard if it develops any extremely sour or off aromas.)

Stir with a whisk to blend, transfer to an airtight container or cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, for about 8 hours, and use within 1 week.

Tips

Skip store-bought! Make your own whipped cream at home with just 35% Canadian whipping cream and icing sugar. It’s fresher, fluffier, and lets you customize the sweetness and flavour perfectly!