Chef John's Crème Fraîche

Crème fraîche is easy to make at home with heavy cream and buttermilk. It has a fabulous taste and texture far superior to store-bought sour cream.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 52 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons cultured buttermilk

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

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

Stir mixture, then screw on the lid.

Step 4

Refrigerate for 24 hours before using.