Creme Fraiche Recipe

Elevate your desserts and savory dishes with this incredibly easy homemade crème fraîche! Ready in just 1 minute of prep time, this recipe requires only 2 simple ingredients and 12-14 hours of setting time to develop its luxuriously tangy flavor. Perfect for topping berries, swirling into soups, or adding richness to sauces. Make a batch tonight and enjoy it for up to 10 days!

Prep Time 1 mins
Cook Time 1 mins
Calories 833.1 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.7 (18 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creme Fraiche

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How to Make Creme Fraiche

  1. In a sterilized jar, combine 1 cup heavy cream and 2 tablespoons buttermilk.
  2. Gently shake the jar to combine the ingredients.
  3. Loosely cover the jar and let it stand in a warm place (around 70-75°F) for 12-14 hours, or until thickened. A slightly warmer place will speed up the process, but avoid direct heat.
  4. Once thickened, stir the crème fraîche well to ensure a smooth consistency.
  5. Cover the jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. It will keep for up to 10 days in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

274g

Carbs

2g

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