creme fraiche (sallye)

33 Pinches
Austin, TX
Updated on Jul 13, 2014

The literal translation of this recipe is "fresh cream". It is used extensively in French cooking. Here are two different versions; each one is equally as good. Enjoy.

prep time 15 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield

Ingredients

  • CREME FRAICHE # 1
  • 1 cup heavy or whipping cream (not ultra pastuerized)
  • 1 cup dairy sour cream
  • CREME FRAICHE # 2
  • 2 cups heavy or whipping cream (not ultra pasteurized)
  • 2 teaspoons buttermilk

How To Make creme fraiche (sallye)

  • Step 1
    CREME FRAICHE # 1 Place whipping cream and sour cream in small mixing bowl. Whisk briskly together until thoroughly blended and is a smooth consistency. Transfer to air tight jar, cover and let stand in warm place until thickened (a minimum of 12 hours) Once mixture has thickened, remove lid, stir well. Replace lid, then store in fridge in covered container for 36 hours before using.
  • Step 2
    CREME FRAICHE # 2 Pour the cream and buttermilk into a large glass jar with airtight lid. Cover with lid and shake vigorously for 2 minutes until well blended. Let stand in a warm place still covered until it is thickened (a minimum of 12 hours) Once mixture has thickened, remove lid, stir well, then replace lid and store in fridge at least 24 hours before using.
  • Step 3
    NOTE: creme fraiche will keep in fridge 7 to 10 days.

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