DIY Heavy Cream Substitute
Directions
- 1Pour a cup of milk into a bowl.
- 2Add two tablespoons of cornstarch to the milk.
- 3Whisk the mixture really well together until combined.
- 4(Optional) Heat the mixture for 3-5 minutes, stirring until slightly thickened.
- 5Let the mixture cool or just pour it directly into your recipe and continue cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Equipment
bowl
Tips
- Cornstarch mixed with milk isn’t technically heavy whipping cream, but it does a great job mimicking the thickness and richness.
- This substitute is perfect for creamy soups, sauces, and weeknight recipes when you need a fast stand-in.
- Do not use this substitute for whipping or in drinks like coffee.
- Use 1:1 in your cozy recipes.
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