Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

I know it's low carb, but it's full of saturated fat. I can't bring myself to use it in good conscience.

Any substitute suggestions?

Thanks,
Holly

Answer:

Hi, Holly!

It depends on how you are using your Heavy Whipping Cream! Sometimes, a baking recipe, such as scones, requires Heavy Whipping Cream. In that case, you can use Light Whipping Cream, Whole Milk, Low Fat Milk or Skim Milk. Remember, fat adds flavor and makes cakes and other baked goods moist, so the results will not be the same. If you are trying to make whipped cream, then my only suggestion would be to use Light Whipping Cream and control your portion sizes.

Thanks!
Jennifer A. Wickes

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RE: Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

My 10 year old son and I came up with something that worked VERY well. We used 2/3 cup of butter, melted together with a little shy of a cup of milk. Stuck it in the freezer just a few minutes to 'cool' it down and we had heavy cream.

Post By Nan. (Guest Post)

RE: Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

I need 2 cups of heavy whipping cream for chocolate mousse but I don't have it but don't know if I could use any substtitues. Do you have any suggestions?
-Alison

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RE: Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

I have used FAGE brand Greek yogurt in a lot of cases where whipped cream would be good. It is not tart like most yogurts. The only place I have gotten it is at trader Joe's but maybe other Greek stores would be a good source. It is heavier than whipped cream.

Post By Enter meesterpaulyour name. (Guest Post)

RE: Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

I need two cups of whipping cream and only have 1 cup of heavy whipping cream. can i substitute? Anyway, I'm not sure if my first post came through. My computer acted weird, so I'm sorry if i post this twice.

Post By Mae (Guest Post)

RE: Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

I need a substitute for 2 cups of whipping cream. Can I just use 2 cups of heavy whipping cream?

Post By Mae (Guest Post)

RE: Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

Is it ok to use heavy cream instead of whole milk in a recipe for flan?

Post By Mary Jo (Guest Post)

RE: Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

I use fat-free evap milk in recipes that call for cream, especially good to make fat-free "cream" soups.

Post By Linda (Guest Post)

RE: Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

if you're using it for whipping; try merengue
for cooking try substituting plain non fat yogurt
with cerain recipes i use vanilla yogurt

Post By nancibaren (Guest Post)

RE: Substitute for Heavy Whipping Cream

Try canned evaporated milk (low-fat or fat-free) frozen. Pour into aluminum ice tray (without dividers!) and freeze until very mushy. Immediately whip and use. I have found it breaks down a bit quicker than regular whipped cream, so use it right away.

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