You've no doubt been standing in the dairy aisle of the supermarket, starring at the types of creams lining the shelves and asked the question: What's the difference and what's the right one to use for my recipe?! Show
Maybe you're even on your phone right now looking for the answer. Cream, one of Australia's favourite sweet spreads, manages to create a great deal of confusion. We want scones topped with cream for the perfect high tea, pavlovas with cream for Christmas dessert, cakes filled with cream for the kids' birthdays - but which cream to use? Here are some basic definitions which will help you the next time you find yourself in a cream-induced-panic (which is probably right now). The different creams for cooking and dessertsDouble cream is very rich, with a fat content of 48 per cent, making it the most versatile cream, because it withstands boiling and whips and freezes well. Cow's milk contains butterfat, which is removed from milk using a centrifuge system. The longer the milk is centrifuged, the thicker the cream becomes. Single cream, also known as pouring cream, has a minimum fat content of 18 per cent. It is homogenised and pasteurised and commonly used in sauces, desserts and soups. WATCH: How to whip cream. Story continues after video... Thickened cream is a whipping cream containing a thickener with a minimum fat content of 35 per cent. Clotted cream is high in fat and heat-treated, so it almost resembles soft butter. Popular in the UK, it's used to accompany scones and other desserts. Sour cream is cream with lactic acid added, to give it that sour taste. Use it in Mexican-style cooking or have it as a potato topping. Finally, something you will see used often in recipes today is crème fraîche - a mature, naturally fermented cream with a minimum fat content of 35 per cent. It has a velvety texture and a slightly tangy, nutty flavour. Creme fraiche, a French variation of sour cream, can boil without curdling and can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes. More expert baking adviceCream is a dairy product that is composed of the higher-layer of yellowish fatty component that accumulates at the top surface of unhomogenized milk. This is skimmed from the top of milk before homogenization. The
amount of butterfat contained in the cream will determine how well cream will whip and how stable it will be. Higher fat creams tend to taste better, have a richer texture, and don’t curdle as easily when used in cooking. Leftover Cream Tips: If you have leftover cream that is close to the expiration date, just freeze it (making sure you leave at least 1/2 inch at the top of the container to leave room for expansion. To thaw, refrigerate overnight. It will probably separate, so shake it well to recombine it. You can also whip the cream until it forms stiff peaks. Then spoon dollops onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze. When the whipped cream dollops are frozen, pack them into an airtight container and freeze up to several weeks or until you need a dollop for dessert. Just be sure to let them thaw for 10 minutes at room temperature before serving. Different types of creams available:
Pasteurized and Ultra-pasteurized: Creams will generally be labeled pasteurized or ultra-pasteurized. Pasteurized cream will provide a better flavor, will whip up fluffier, and will hold up longer. As ultra-pasteurized whipping cream has been heated between 260 and 280 degrees F. and held for only two seconds to extend its shelf life. It is more temperamental when it comes to whipping.Ultra-Pasteurized Heavy Cream “will not work” if peaks or frothing are required in your recipe. Leave a Reply
Can I use pouring cream instead of heavy cream?That said, single or pouring cream is ideal for use in coffee or cocktails, or poured over fruit, although, unlike whipping cream, which contains more than 30% fat and added stabilisers, it cannot be whipped. Heavy cream, on the other hand, contains 40% milk fat and as a result, whips easily to a thick consistency.
What is a substitute for pouring cream?To replace 1 cup (237 mL) of heavy cream in your recipe, add 2 tablespoons (19 grams) of cornstarch to 1 cup (237 mL) of milk and stir, allowing the mixture to thicken. You can use whole milk or opt for skim milk to help slash the calories and fat content of your recipe.
What is the difference between cream and pouring cream?Pouring cream: When we specify pouring cream - which has a fat content of only 35% and the lowest cream fat to milk ratio - it is of a pouring consistency. It's commonly used in sauces, desserts and soups.
What is equivalent to heavy cream?You can make a stand-in for the heavy cream called for in a recipe where it will be mixed with other ingredients. Melt 1/4 cup unsalted butter in a large glass bowl and gradually whisk in 3/4 cup whole milk or half and half. You'll end up with 1 cup of a cream substitute.
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