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Homemade Creme Fraiche

Here's how you make Homemade Creme Fraiche
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  • Servings: 7
  • Prep: 10m
  • Cook: 7-10d
    • The following recipe serves 7 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 4 tablespoons buttermilk (or organic sour cream)
  • Sea salt, pinch of
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Combine the cream and buttermilk (or sour cream) in a glass jar.

  • Step 2: Place the lid and twist it shut. Shake the jar for 10-15 seconds, then remove the lid and allow the mixture to sit at room temperature (around 21 C/70 F) for 8-24 hours. *(NOTE: The longer you allow the mixture to sit, the thicker it will become)*

  • Step 3: The creme is finished when it has reached its desired thickness. Add the salt, stir to incorporate and refrigerate. The mixture may need to be refrigerated before it sets completely.

  • Step 4: Lasts for a 7-10 days in the fridge.

Tips & Variations

Don't forget the following tips and variations.
  • Non-reactive container (preferably glass) with a lid

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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