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Heavy Cream Substitute

Homemade Heavy Cream Substitute


  • Author: Emily Walker
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup heavy cream substitute 1x

Description

Need heavy cream in a pinch? This quick and easy substitute is made with simple staples and comes together in minutes. Perfect for cooking and baking, it mimics the richness of cream—without the trip to the store. Just remember: it’s not meant for whipping!


Ingredients

Scale

¾ cup whole milk

¼ cup unsalted butter, melted


Instructions

Melt the butter and let it cool slightly.

Combine with whole milk in a bowl or blender.

Whisk or blend until fully incorporated and creamy.

Use immediately in any recipe that calls for heavy cream (except whipped cream).

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 810
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 88g
  • Saturated Fat: 55g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 235mg