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Homemade Vegetarian Crème Fraîche – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Homemade Vegetarian Crème Fraîche

Unlock the secret to luxuriously rich and tangy crème fraîche right in your own kitchen! With just two simple ingredients, you can create this French-style cultured cream that will elevate everything from your morning fruit bowl to savory evening sauces. It's a game-changer for a
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 day 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 52
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) buttermilk
  • If your room is cool, place the jar in an oven with only the light on to provide a gentle, consistent warmth for culturing.
  • Store finished crème fraîche in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. The flavor will become tangier over time.
  • Save 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) of your finished crème fraîche to use as the starter for your next batch instead of buttermilk.
  • For the richest flavor and texture, use a high-quality cream that is not ultra-pasteurized, as it can sometimes be more difficult to culture.

Method
 

  1. Combine: Pour the heavy cream and buttermilk into a clean glass jar with a lid. Screw the lid on tightly and shake for about 15 seconds to fully incorporate. 2. Culture: Loosen the lid slightly (or cover with cheesecloth) and let the jar sit undisturbed at a warm room temperature (around 70-75°F / 21-24°C (75°F)) for 12 to 24 hours. The cream will thicken to the consistency of sour cream. 3.
  2. Chill: Once thickened, stir the crème fraîche, secure the lid, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours. It will thicken further as it chills.

Nutrition

Calories: 52kcalCarbohydrates: 0.4gProtein: 0.3gFat: 5.5g

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