🌱 Vegan Crème Fraîche Substitutes

2 proven alternatives for baking, cooking, and more

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1. Kite Hill Crème Fraîche

easy

RATIO:

1:1 replacement for dairy crème fraîche

BEST FOR:

saucesdessertsdipsbaking

BAKING CONTEXT:

Perfect for cakes, frostings, sauces. Adds tanginess and creaminess. Works in recipes needing crème fraîche.

💡 PRO TIPS:

Almond-based with cultured tang. Store in fridge, stir before use. Lasts 7-10 days after opening.

RECOMMENDED BRANDS:

Kite Hill Crème Fraîche, Kite Hill Almond Milk Crème Fraîche

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2. Homemade Cashew Crème Fraîche

medium

RATIO:

1 cup soaked cashews + ½ cup water + 1 tbsp lemon juice fermented = 1 cup crème fraîche

BEST FOR:

naturalcustomizablehealthybudget-friendly

BAKING CONTEXT:

Good for cakes, frostings, sauces. Natural ingredients. Use in recipes needing homemade crème fraîche.

💡 PRO TIPS:

Blend soaked cashews with water, add lemon juice, ferment 8-12 hours. Refrigerate up to 5 days.

RECOMMENDED BRANDS:

Homemade with raw cashews, Fermented cashew cream

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