Two Ingredient Homemade Crema Mexicana: No More Store Hunts!

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Yogurt provides a similar tang and texture.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and adds creaminess.

Combine 2 cups of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of cultured buttermilk in a measuring cup.

Mix with a spoon until well incorporated.

Cover with plastic wrap or a lid if using a mason jar.

Let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours, away from sunlight.

After 24 hours, season with 1/2 teaspoon of table salt and mix gently with a whisk.

Cover again and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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