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Traditional Homemade Clotted Cream

This homemade clotted cream recipe transforms fresh heavy cream into a decadent, spreadable delight through a slow, gentle heating process. The result is a thick, rich cream with a distinctive golden crust that's perfect for spreading on warm scones alongside your favorite preserves.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 20 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: British, English
Calories: 411
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups good-quality heavy cream not ultra-pasteurized

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 175-180°F (80°C). This low temperature is crucial for proper clotting.
  2. Pour the heavy cream into a shallow baking dish. The cream should be about 1-2 inches deep for optimal results.
  3. Place the dish, uncovered, in the preheated oven and leave it for 12 hours. Overnight works perfectly!
  4. After 12 hours, carefully remove the dish without agitating it. You should see a yellowish crust has formed on top.
  5. Allow the cream to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour.
  6. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or ideally overnight.
  7. Once chilled, gently skim off the thick layer of clotted cream and transfer it to an airtight container.
  8. Stir the cream gently to create a consistent texture, incorporating the golden crust throughout.

Nutrition

Calories: 411kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 44gSaturated Fat: 27gCholesterol: 163mgSodium: 45mg
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