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Clotted Cream

A thick, rich, spoonable cream with a golden crust, served with crisp apple slices. This homemade version is surprisingly simple and perfect for a special breakfast or afternoon treat.

Total time
750 min
Servings
4
Calories
410
Protein
3g
Clotted Cream
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 medium apple

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pour the 2 cups heavy cream into a shallow baking dish, about 1 inch deep. Place it in a cold oven.

  2. 2

    Turn the oven to 180°F (80°C) and heat for 12 hours, until a golden crust forms on top and the cream is thick and wobbly.

  3. 3

    Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool completely, about 30 minutes. Do not stir.

  4. 4

    Spoon the thick clotted cream into a serving bowl, leaving the watery whey behind. Slice the 1 apple into thin wedges and serve alongside.

Tools you’ll need

  • shallow baking dish
  • oven
  • serving bowl
  • knife

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