Creme Fraiche Recipe
This easy homemade crème fraîche is rich, creamy, and lightly tangy. Made with just two ingredients, it’s perfect for sauces, soups, baked goods, and spooning over fresh fruit.
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 833kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, not ultrapasteurized
- 2 Tablespoons full-fat buttermilk OR full-fat sour cream
Instructions
- In a stainless-steel or glass bowl, whisk together 2 cups cream and 2 Tablespoons buttermilk or sour cream until blended.
- Transfer to a plastic or glass container with an airtight lid and cover the container.
- Let the cream stand at room temperature (about 68F degrees) until it thickens.
- This will take 24 to 48 hours. Once it is ready, store in the refrigerator for several weeks.
Cook's Note:
- As the creme fraiche ages in the refrigerator, it will give off some watery liquid. Spoon it off and discard it to keep the creme fraiche thick.
Nutrition
Calories: 833kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 88g | Saturated Fat: 56g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 276mg | Sodium: 68mg | Potassium: 241mg | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3573IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 169mg | Iron: 0.3mg