What can I do to " fresh cream" to substitute "double cream"?
Here in NZ you can buy "cream". It does not even say "single" or "double" or "whipping". I do know however it can be whipped in to a nice thick cream. Lots of recipes/sauces call for "double cream" what is the difference and how can I make cream into "double" cream or is their anything else I can add that will result in the same taste ?
Best Answer
In NZ normal pure cream is close enough to "double cream" in performance, it's around 35% to 40% fat. By general global definition it should be called "heavy cream"
NZ cream is pure skimmed cream from fresh milk, and does not need thickening or other processing to produce excellent results as a whipped product, or for a thick cream additive in sauces or fillings
Cream can get a little seasonal just after calving time (Aug), but in general it's just perfect
The export variety is often labelled "Culinary Cream" and is 38% fat or higher. This is what many people around the world would consider NZ cream (other than NZ butter or AMF)
If you want closer to 50% fat cream, ask your local farmers for some raw milk and skim out the lumps of fat from that. Let the milk settle overnight and skim the cream from that. Then gently heat the fat lumps to melt and carefully mix into the skimmed cream. Not for the faint of heart!
NZ "Thickened cream" or "Mascarpone cream" is standard pure cream with a thickener like E1442 added, you can make your own too
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What can I use instead of double cream?
The best overall substitute for double cream is heavy whipping cream. With a fat content close to that of double cream, heavy cream can be used in any recipe that calls for double cream. You can whip heavy cream and top or pipe onto desserts or use it as a creamy base for savory dishes.What can I use instead of whipping cream?
Whipping Cream Substitutes- Coconut Milk.
- Silken Tofu Pureed with Soy Milk.
- Butter and Milk.
- Dry Milk, Lemon Juice, and Vanilla Extract.
- Chilled Evaporated Milk and Lemon Juice.
- Banana, Egg Whites, and Sugar.
- Milk, Cornstarch, and Flour.
How do I make double cream?
To make 1 cup of heavy cream, mix 2/3 cup of whole milk with 1/3 cup melted butter. Really, it is that simple. As an alternative, if you don't have milk on hand, you can also use 1/6 cup butter and 7/8 cup half-and-half.Can Single Cream Turn Into Double Cream?
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