Did You Know?
Single cream cannot be whipped — it doesn't have enough fat to form stable peaks. You need at least 30% fat content for whipping cream.
Overview
United Kingdom · Year-round · dairy
A light cream with 18–20% fat content, used for pouring over desserts and adding to coffee and soups.
United Kingdom
Origin
Year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
dairy
Category
Flavor Profile
Lightcreamymilky
Storage Tips
Refrigerate and use by the date on the carton.
Photo Gallery
How to Cook with Single Cream
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Pour over desserts, add to coffee or tea. Use in soups and sauces when you want creaminess without the richness of double cream.
Best Pairings
coffeeteasoupsdessertsscones
Substitutes
Light cream, half-and-half, evaporated milk
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Single Cream
Nutrition Highlights
fat
19
carbs
4
fiber
0
protein
3
calories
193
Quick Facts
Categorydairy
OriginUnited Kingdom
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Lower in fat than heavy cream. Still provides fat-soluble vitamins and calcium.
Single Cream Photos
5 photos showcasing Single Cream in its many forms
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Single Cream
dairy
OriginUnited Kingdom
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Lightcreamymilky
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Pairs Well With
coffeeteasoupsdessertsscones
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