Heavy Cream Substitute with Milk and Butter

Heavy cream is a staple ingredient in many recipes, from soups to sauces, desserts, and more. However, heavy cream can be high in calories and fat, and it is not always available or affordable. Luckily, there are several substitutes for heavy cream that you can use in your cooking and baking. Let me show you how to make a heavy cream substitute, as well as some tips on using it in your favorite recipes.

Course Cooking Substitutes, Sauces

Cuisine American

Keyword Cream, Heavy Cream, Whipping Cream

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 3

Total Time 18

Servings cup

Calories 143kcal

Author Stacy Williams

Cost $1.50

Equipment

Ingredients

¾ c. Whole Milk
¼ c. butter
Cornstarch Optional

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Instructions

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
1/4 c. butter
Add the butter to the milk and return to low heat.
3/4 c. Whole Milk
Cook on low heat and stir with a whisk until the mixture is hot and well combined.
Add to a metal mixing bowl or blender and mix until thickened
Cornstarch
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.

Notes

To use, just shake well and use in place of real cream in your recipe.
If you need a thicker cream, you may use cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Mix into the butter and milk once it's hot. It should thicken while you're blending. Be mindful not to thicken it too much.
Nutritional information is auto-calculated and may not be correct. Please use discretion if you follow a specific diet.

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