Best Faux Clotted Cream EVER!!!
Faux clotted cream is a quick, homemade substitute for traditional clotted cream, typically made by whipping heavy cream with a stabilizer like mascarpone or cream cheese, plus a little sugar and sometimes vanilla, to achieve a thick, rich, slightly tangy consistency for scones and tea. Common variations blend heavy cream with mascarpone for a buttery flavor, or cream cheese/sour cream for tang, whipped until thick but not overly sweet, offering a convenient alternative when real clotted cream isn\'t available.
Servings 1 cup
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Beat at high speed with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Refrigerate in a covered container for up to 3 days.
- Serve with scones and jam.
