We all know that milk naturally contains one of the richest combinations of nutrients you can find in a single food, right? Simply melt unsalted butter, let it cool slightly, and then whisk it into milk, using a ratio of 1 part melted butter to 3 parts milk by volume. I haven’t had a problem with the alcohol limiting it, but I do usually use alcohol-free vanilla in uncooked applications like this one. To note, there are only two “crossover” recipes in these books – dairy-free whipped cream and instant milk beverage. A nondairy milk (such as soy or almond) and a neutral oil (like vegetable or canola) can replicate heavy cream in certain recipes—namely, sauces and soups, but also some baked goods.

This works great with the So Delicious brand but I also tried this with coconut milk from a can that was chilled and it turned out grainy. And because it’s made from cow’s milk, our products are a natural source of nutrients, such as calcium, protein and vitamins B2 and B12. Even if you find dairy doesn’t always agree with you, you can still enjoy deliciously thick Lactose Free cream. Whipping cream, however, can have a lower fat content, around 30%, and light cream even lower, around 20%. We share dairy-free recipes, product reviews, news, recommendations and health guides to aide those with milk allergies, lactose intolerance or a general need or desire to live without dairy.This may affect nutrition and allergen information therefore you should always check product labels and not rely solely on the information presented here.

Adding 1/4 cup dairy-free milk powder or powdered cashews to this recipe will help thicken it further, but it won’t be as fluffy and will slightly influence the consistency and taste. To maximize your chance of success, chill the half-and-half along with your hand mixer, bowl, and any bonus ingredients (like powdered sugar) in your fridge or freezer until they’re super cold. It can’t be swapped with just a milk beverage (they are watery), and I’m really not sure what magic that meringue powder might do! Blend 1 cup of cashews with ¾ cup of water in a high-speed blender until super smooth, and voilà: You’re left with a versatile heavy cream substitute that complements countless dishes.Place a can of coconut milk in the fridge to chill for several hours—overnight is better and up to several days is better still. Use Elmlea Double cream alternative as you would a dairy cream Elmlea Plant Double is our multipurpose cream alternative - whip it up for desserts, pour over pudding or stir in to sauces or pasta to further enrich your cooking.

This would account for why I have had success with making mascarpone out of Zymil, but not regular thickened cream.The mixture won’t take well to whipping, so don’t expect stiff peaks (or any peaks for that matter). Alisa, I have a favorite Italian soup recipe where I used a dollop of unsweetened whipped cream when serving. And thanks to our lactose-free cream, no one in your family has to miss out on that classic taste of home.