Healthy Recipes Sauces & Condiments Healthy Sauce Recipes How to Make Crème Fraîche 5.0 (2) 1 Review If you've been wondering how to make crème fraîche from scratch, it's easy. It's made with only two ingredients and takes only 10 minutes of active time, although you will have to wait at least 24 hours before it's ready to enjoy. By Candace Nagy Candace Nagy Candace Nagy is a passionate food writer who explores food through the lens of culture, class, and creativity, often taking cues from foods she grew up eating and those she discovered during her travels. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 18, 2023 Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Tested by Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters." tabindex="0" data-inline-tooltip="true"> EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Save Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Getty Images Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 day 10 mins Servings: 16 Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free Low-Carb Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe Crème fraîche is a thick, rich, cultured dairy product that can be used in both sweet and savory applications. Its higher fat content makes it less prone to curdling when heated, making it a great addition to soups, sauces and casseroles. Or try lightly sweetening it and using it to top cakes and pies. It's thicker and less sour than sour cream, but if you find yourself with some leftover crème fraîche it can be used in sour cream's place in most recipes. Try crème fraîche in one of these delicious recipes: Black Bean & Chipotle Tostadas with Crème Fraîche Garden-Fresh Asparagus Soup Roasted Chicken Thighs & Radishes with Lemon Crème Fraîche Chilled Melon Soup Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1 cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon buttermilk or plain yogurt Directions Combine cream and buttermilk (or yogurt) in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until warm to the touch, about 5 minutes. Carefully transfer the mixture to a nonreactive small bowl and cover with a clean dish towel. Let stand at room temperature for 24 hours. Stir the mixture and use immediately or refrigerate for up to a week. To make ahead Refrigerate for up to 1 week. Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, May 2023 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 51 Calories 5g Fat 1g Carbs 1g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 16 Serving Size 1 Tbsp. Calories 51 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 1g 0% Total Sugars 1g Protein 1g 2% Total Fat 5g 6% Saturated Fat 4g 20% Cholesterol 17mg 6% Vitamin A 221IU 4% Vitamin D 10IU 3% Folate 1mcg 0% Vitamin K 1mcg 1% Sodium 6mg 0% Calcium 11mg 1% Magnesium 1mg 0% Potassium 16mg 0% Omega 3 2g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.