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French Cream Dip

Cultural Context

Originating from France, crème fraîche is a staple in French cuisine, celebrated for its rich and tangy flavor. This dip embodies the French love for simple yet luxurious ingredients, often served as an appetizer with fresh vegetables or bread. Today, variations of this dip can be found in many countries, adapting to local tastes while maintaining its creamy essence.

FrenchFRappetizer
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar
8 ounces cream cheese
lemon juice
pineapple juice
confectioner's sugar
zest

crème fraîche

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Plain yogurt offers a similar tangy flavor with fewer calories.

dijon mustard

🥗Healthier: yellow mustard

💰Cheaper: spicy brown mustard

Spicy brown mustard provides a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

1

Start by whipping 1 cup of heavy cream with 1/4 cup of sugar until combined.

2

Add 8 ounces of room temperature cream cheese to the whipped cream.

3

Mix in lemon juice and a little pineapple juice to thin the mixture.

4

Use pineapple juice, orange juice, or apple juice as a thinning agent based on what you have.

5

Whip the mixture until smooth and beautiful.

6

Add zest at the end and fold it in gently to avoid losing it in the mixer.

7

Serve with fruits like watermelon, cantaloupe, or honeydew.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchopping

Equipment Needed

mixerspatulabowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Crème Fraîche DipFrench Dip
Local Name: Crème fraîche

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