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Heavy cream

Also Known As : Heavy whipping cream
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a rich and creamy flavour.

Usage Tips

  1. Heavy cream can be used as a ingredient in ice creams, pies,puddings, cakes, milkshakes.
  2. It can also be added to soups, sauces and stews.
  3. Heavy cream can be added to coffee and chocolate drinks.

Description

Heavy cream is the the thickest cream that contains a lot of milk fat. It is a thick layer of yellowish milk fat that rises at the top of the milk. Heavy cream has a firmer and denser texture.

Health benefits

  • Heavy cream contains calcium which helps to stregthen bones.(1)

Selection Guide

Check the fat content of heavy cream when buying. Also check the manufacturing date and expiry date.

Note

Excessive consumption of heavy cream may lead to weightgain. Regular consumption may increase the risk of certain cancers.(2)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.nutritionadvance.com/heavy-cream-nutrition/

(2) https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/heavy-whipping-cream#benefits-and-downsides

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