Velvety Homemade Crème Fraîche

1. Combine Ingredients

Pour one cup of heavy cream into a clean glass jar. Add one tablespoon of cultured buttermilk to the heavy cream. Stir the mixture well to ensure that the buttermilk is evenly distributed throughout the cream.

2. Culture the Cream

Cover the jar loosely to allow air to circulate while preventing any unwanted particles from getting in. Let the jar sit at room temperature for about 24 hours. During this time, the beneficial bacteria will thicken and flavor your crème fraîche.

3. Refrigerate

After 24 hours, your crème fraîche should be visibly thicker. Screw on a tight-fitting lid and store the jar in the refrigerator. The cool temperature will halt the culturing process and preserve the crème fraîche for up to 10 days.

4. Adjust Consistency

Stir your thickened crème fraîche to adjust its consistency before using it. If it becomes too thick, thin it out with a small amount of milk or water until you reach the desired texture.