Substitute for heavy cream

4 substitutions, each re-checked before publication. Quantities below scale live to your amount.

My recipe needs cup of heavy cream → every ratio below adjusts

Cream Cheese and Milk

1 stick cream cheese + 0.5 cup milk

pancakescheesecakesaucesnot for whippingnot for light saucescontains dairy

Blend until completely smooth to avoid lumps.

Sour Cream and Milk

0.5 cup sour cream + 0.5 cup milk

bakingpancakessaucesnot for whippingnot for delicate dessertscontains dairy

Adds a slight tang, best for savory or robust sweet dishes.

Coconut Cream

1 cup coconut cream

vegan bakingcurriessmoothiesnot for non-tropical dessertsnot for whipping (unless chilled)

Chill the can overnight and scoop the solid cream from the top.

Cornstarch and Milk

0.75 cup milk + 2 tbsp cornstarch

thickening saucessoupspancakesnot for whippingnot for delicate custardscontains dairy

Whisk cornstarch into cold milk before heating to prevent clumps.

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