Preserving leftover double cream
I've got about 200ml of Double Cream (48% butterfat apparently) that I don't think i'll use before it goes off.
What simple (~5 minute) things can you make with cream so that it can be frozen?
At the moment I'm thinking along the lines of chocolate or toffee sauces.
Best Answer
Actually, above 40% fat, you can just freeze the cream itself. It wont whip as high, if you defrost it and whip it later, but it'll still taste good. Below 40% the results aren't as good.
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If you most often use small amounts of cream when cooking, then it would make the most sense to freeze the cream in smaller quantities. An ice cube tray is an ideal tool. Pour the heavy cream into the tray and place in the freezer. Once the cubes are frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag.How do you store leftover double cream?
If your cream has been opened then pour any leftover cream into a suitable freezer-safe container. Ensure you leave a gap at the top of the container to allow the cream to expand without causing a mess. Label the container with the name of the contents and the date. Pop it in the freezer and allow it to freeze.Can double cream be frozen for later use?
The good news is that, yes, you can freeze double cream. So, if you've found several cartons of double cream on offer in the supermarket, freezing them for later use is a good idea. However, you should be aware that frozen cream, once thawed, is better when used in certain circumstances than others.How do you store leftover cream?
Like milk, cream and half-and-half last the longest in a cool spot in the fridge. Avoid the door! The door is for condiments. You can also freeze cream for longer storage, either in an ice cube tray or in a plastic container.Can you freeze double cream once cooked?
Although double cream can be frozen it is usually best to freeze it in whipped form. The grainy texture you see in the cream is where the fat molecules have stuck together.Can you freeze fresh cream? I'll explain!
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Caramel sauce. It takes sugar, water, cream, a pinch of salt, and a tsp or so of lemon juice. Optionally, you can throw in a couple TBSP of rum, tequila, or brandy to enrich the flavor.
As far as I know, it'll freeze indefinitely, and it'll keep for MONTHS in the fridge.
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