Creme fraiche is one of those additions that bring any dish to the professional culinary level. Its tangy, slightly sweet flavor pairs well with sweet or savory dishes. Plus, you'll be surprised by how easy it is to make!
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Creme Fraiche Made Better
This creme fraiche is a simple recipe to make an amazing kitchen staple. Translated from the French language, crème fraîche means fresh cream. If you're not familiar with crème fraîche, it's a heavy cream-based cream mixture with a light and velvety texture. It has a slightly nutty flavor along with a tangy sour taste.
It can do anything sour cream can do while also taking the place of whipped cream. Whether you're adding it to baked potatoes or a slice of pie, it balances the flavor profile perfectly. I love topping cupcakes with it!
It can substitute Mexican crema, so it pairs with any savory dishes you'd put it on. And because the fat content of crème fraîche is higher than sour cream, it doesn't curdle, which makes it the perfect ingredient to add to creamy soups, stews, and even salad dressing.
Ingredients
- ½ cup crème fraiche
- ½ cup cold heavy cream
- 2 tbsp. sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
How To Make Homemade Crème Fraîche
Step 1: Add the ingredients
First, you'll need to add the crème fraiche, cream, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Whip the ingredients
Beat the ingredients together with an electric mixer with the whisk attachment. You'll need to whip on high speed for about a minute or two until soft peaks form.
Step 3: Serve
Use the creme fraiche frosting immediately on cupcakes for a dessert, or add it to any savory dish you're having for dinner.
Expert Tips For This Recipe
- Make sure to use pasteurized heavy cream, not ultra-pasteurized cream. Ultra-pasteurized cream has been heat treated quickly at a high temperature, which kills the good cultures used to ferment the crème fraîche, so it could take a long time to get the crème fraîche texture where you need it to be.
- If you don't have a stand mixer, whip the ingredients in a large bowl with an electric beater or whisk.
- To check for stiff peaks, you should be able to hold the whisk upside down and have the creme fraiche not drip down.
How To Use Crème Fraîche
There are endless ways to use crème fraîche, so I've listed a few ideas to get you started below!
- Adding it to baked goods like cupcakes or as an ingredient in batter
- Topping tacos, rice bowls, or burritos
- On top of baked potatoes
- Used as an ingredient in soups and stews to make them creamier
How To Store Crème Fraîche
The best way to store this creme fraiche is in an airtight container or glass jar and refrigerate it for up to three days. You want to freeze it as it will deflate and ruin the texture.
How To Make Crème Fraîche
Creme fraiche is one of those additions that bring any dish to the professional culinary level. Its tangy, slightly sweet flavor pairs well with sweet or savory dishes. Plus, you'll be surprised by how easy it is to make!
Ingredients
- ½ cup crème fraiche
- ½ cup cold heavy cream
- 2 tbsp. sugar
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment (or in a large bowl with an electric beater or whisk), combine the crème fraiche, cream, and sugar.
- Whip on high until soft peaks form, 1-2 minutes. You should be able to hold the whisk upside down.
- Use right away, or store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
¼ cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 176Total Fat: 15gCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2g
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