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"The Ultimate Indulgent Dairy"
Definition
A very rich, thick cream with a minimum 48% milk fat content, ideal for whipping, pouring, or cooking without curdling.
Flavor Profile
The primary flavor notes for Double Cream are:
Chef’s Secret
To prevent double cream from curdling in hot sauces, temper it by slowly whisking some hot sauce into the cream before adding it to the main pot.
Best Substitutes
Heavy cream
Mascarpone
Crème fraîche
Buying Guide
Check fat content; a higher fat percentage ensures a richer taste and superior whipping performance for culinary applications.