Heavy cream, also known as double cream or whipping cream, is a thick, rich dairy product with a fat content of at least 36%. Whether you want to create a creamy sauce, a decadent dessert, or simply add richness to a dish, heavy cream can elevate your cooking to the next level. If you're looking for a versatile ingredient that can enhance a wide range of recipes, look no further than heavy cream.
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HEAVY CREAM BISCUITS
America's Test Kitchen; cream biscuits contain no butter. The fat needed to make these biscuits tender comes from the heavy cream--do not substitute a lower fat product.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Breads
Time 37m
Yield 8 biscuits
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Position oven rack in the upper-middle position; preheat to 450°; line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a big bowl.
- Stir in the cream with a wooden spoon until a dough forms, about 30 seconds.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gather into a ball.
- Knead the dough briefly until smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Pat the dough into an 8-inch round, about 3/4-inch thick.
- Using a flour 2 1/2 inch biscuit cutter, stamp out (don't twist) 8 biscuits, gently patting the dough scraps back into a uniform 3/4-inch thick piece as needed.
- Arrange the biscuits, upside down, on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 1/2 inches apart.
- Bake until lightly browned, about 15-17 minutes, rotating halfway through baking.
- Transfer to a wire rack; let cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm.
- Make ahead--the cut, unbaked biscuits can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 hours; bake as directed.
- They can be frozen for up to 1 month; cover and freeze the biscuits until frozen solid, about 6 hours, then transfer to a large zip-lock bag.
- Bake the frozen biscuits (do not thaw) as directed, increasing the baking time to 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.4, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 61.1, Sodium 253.7, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.2, Protein 4.1
LOW-FAT HEAVY CREAM SUBSTITUTE
Make and share this Low-fat Heavy Cream Substitute recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Sauces
Time 5m
Yield 1 c.
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Combine and in a blender.
- puree for 5 minutes.
TOMATO SAUCE WITH HEAVY CREAM
This tomato sauce recipe is from Marcella Hazan's "Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking" and is used to make her delicious Tortelloni Stuffed with Swiss Chard, Prosciutto, and Ricotta. It's a creamy tomato sauce that's simply delicious.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Italian Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place tomatoes in the bowl of a food processor and pulse twice to break up tomatoes; set aside.
- Cook butter and onion in a medium skillet over medium heat until browned. Add carrot and celery; cook for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, and reduce heat until mixture just barely simmers. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Season with salt.
- Add heavy cream and return saucepan to medium-high heat. Cook, stirring, until sauce is heated through, about 1 minute. Use immediately.
VEGAN HEAVY CREAM (CREME FRAIS)
Make and share this Vegan Heavy Cream (Creme Frais) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by tybeet
Categories Breakfast
Time 8m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Using a Blender:.
- 3/4 cup soy milk.
- 1 tbsp lemon juice.
- blend for a minute and a half on high.
- While still blending, separately mix:.
- 1 cup of sunflower oil (other oils will work but the taste will vary).
- (personally, I use a mix of sesame seed oil and canola oil sometimes)
- with 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- and a tablespoon maple syrup.
- Then:.
- add this second mixture very slowly to the blender mixture in one thin stream, while still blending on high, and keep blending until it gets really thick. (it should get thick as you get to the end of the oil).
- Voila! Heavy Cream!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1043.5, Fat 110.6, SaturatedFat 14.3, Sodium 47.8, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 10, Protein 3
"HEAVY CREAM" FILLING FOR ECLAIRS & CREAM PUFFS
After post the basic dough for Eclairs and Cream Puffs, fellow Pinchers asked me to post the cream to use in them. I have two kinds of cream, and both are easy to make. Please feel free to pass it on, and GET COOKIN.......ENJOY !
Provided by Areatha Daniels
Categories Other Desserts
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Add heavy cream to mixing bowl, and start whipping at medium speed until texture change (cream will began to thinken)
- 2. Add sugar slowly while still mixing, add vanilla I know you want to taste it " go on, taste it". Now make adjustment to the sugar if you want more. This is also the time to add any "special Libations" =rum, kahlua', coffee....
- 3. Mix on high speed until thick and creamy Cream is done! STOP EATING IT ! Leave some for the pastry.
- 4. Cut small whole in bag and insert piping tip. hang in drinking glass (tip down)
- 5. *Cut open pastries DON'T HAVE PASTRY ? SEE= ECLAIR & CREAM PUFF DOUGH 101
- 6. Began to fill piping bag with cream, (fill only half full) Shake bag to move cream to tip, and remove air pockets. twist top.
- 7. With firm pressure, squeezing from the top. Filling pastry with desired amount of cream. Put top back on pastry. Springle with powdered sugar (optional). ENJOY !
HEAVY CREAM SUBSTITUTE/LOW FAT SUBSTITUTE
When a recipe calls for a specific ingredient, if you want it to come out like it says it will;you at the very least have to follow the recipe. Subs. should only be made in extreme cases; when you CANNOT get the item specified in the recipe. Some subs. don't work as well in some recipes as others. That being said; this recipe was...
Provided by Amy Alusa
Categories Spreads
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- 1. Mix well; I use a blender. Use in place of 1 cup of heavy cream.
- 2. For low fat heavy cream: 8 ounces low fat cottage cheese 3 tablespoons non-fat powdered milk Combine in a blender. Puree for 5 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose the right cream: Heavy cream contains at least 36% butterfat, making it the thickest and richest type of cream. It's perfect for recipes that require a thick, creamy texture, such as sauces, soups, and desserts. If you don't have heavy cream on hand, you can substitute it with a mixture of milk and butter.
- Whip cream properly: To whip cream successfully, make sure it's cold before you start. You can also chill the bowl and beaters in the freezer for a few minutes before whipping. Whip the cream on high speed until soft peaks form, then gradually increase the speed to high until stiff peaks form. If you over-whip the cream, it will turn into butter.
- Use heavy cream in moderation: Because of its high fat content, heavy cream is high in calories and saturated fat. It's best to use it sparingly, especially if you're watching your weight or cholesterol.
Conclusion:
Heavy cream is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes, from sauces and soups to desserts and baked goods. It's important to choose the right cream for the recipe and to whip it properly if necessary. With its rich flavor and creamy texture, heavy cream can elevate any dish to the next level.
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