Chef John's Crème Fraîche

Chef John's Crème Fraîche

Crème fraîche is easy to make at home with just 2 ingredients. It has a fabulous taste and texture that's far superior to store-bought sour cream.

Preparation Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Calories
52 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Combine cream and buttermilk in a glass jar. Cover tightly with cheesecloth (or any breathable material) and let sit at room temperature (70 to 75 degrees F (21 to 24 degrees C)) until thickened, about 24 hours.
Step 2
Stir mixture, then screw on the lid. Refrigerate for 24 hours before using.
Chef John's Crème Fraîche
Chef John's Crème Fraîche
Chef John's Crème Fraîche
Chef John's Crème Fraîche

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons cultured buttermilk

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