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Vegan Heavy Cream Substitute

October 10, 202116 Comments

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Got a recipe that calls for heavy cream? No problem! Making your own plant-based alternative is quick and easy! Use in any recipe that calls for heavy cream. via @thiswifecooks

Vegan Heavy Cream Substitute ~

Got a recipe that calls for heavy cream?

Making your own plant-based alternative requires just 2 simple ingredients and it’s ready in 10 minutes or less!

Got a recipe that calls for heavy cream? No problem! Making your own plant-based alternative is quick and easy! Use in any recipe that calls for heavy cream.

This recipe is quick, easy, and yields the equivalent of 1 cup of dairy-free heavy cream for use in any recipe that calls for heavy cream.

I like this recipe better than commercially available dairy-free options. Its flavor is more neutral, like a dairy-based cream, than the coconut-based creams I’ve tried from the supermarket.

This vegan heavy cream can be used to enrich sauces, soups, casseroles, desserts, and more!

Ingredients for Vegan Heavy Cream

You will need:

  • 3/4 cup mild flavored plant-based milk, such as oat or unsweetened almond
  • 1/3 cup vegan butter, melted
Got a recipe that calls for heavy cream? No problem! Making your own plant-based alternative is quick and easy! Use in any recipe that calls for heavy cream.

How to Make Vegan Heavy Cream Substitute

STEP ONE: Using a microwave, heat the butter 15 seconds at a time just until melted. Alternatively, melt the butter in a small saucepan on the stovetop over low heat.

STEP TWO: Into a high-speed blender, add the butter and milk. Blend on medium-high for about 5 minutes, until thickened slightly. (Exact time may vary depending on your blender speed.)

STEP THREE: Use in place of 1 cup of heavy cream.

Got a recipe that calls for heavy cream? No problem! Making your own plant-based alternative is quick and easy! Use in any recipe that calls for heavy cream.

Quick Tips for Success

  • Keep in mind that the plant milk you choose will impact the overall flavor of the heavy cream. Personally, I like oat milk for this recipe because, in my opinion, it tastes the most like dairy as compared to other plant milk varieties on the market today.

Storage

  • This heavy cream substitute is best used right away. However, if you would like to store it for later, the cream will keep well in the refrigerator, covered for 1-2 days.
Got a recipe that calls for heavy cream? No problem! Making your own plant-based alternative is quick and easy! Use in any recipe that calls for heavy cream.

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Got a recipe that calls for heavy cream? No problem! Making your own plant-based alternative is quick and easy! Use in any recipe that calls for heavy cream.

Got a recipe that calls for heavy cream? No problem! Making your own plant-based alternative is quick and easy! Use in any recipe that calls for heavy cream.

Vegan Heavy Cream Substitute

Got a recipe that calls for heavy cream? No problem! Making your own plant-based alternative is quick and easy! Use in any recipe that calls for heavy cream.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 535kcal
Author: Holly Gray
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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup mild flavored plant-based milk such as oat or unsweetened almond
  • 1/3 cup vegan butter melted

Instructions

  • Using a microwave, heat the butter 15 seconds at a time, just until melted. Alternatively, melt the butter in a small saucepan on the stovetop over low heat.
  • Into a high speed blender, add the butter and milk. Blend on medium high for about 5 minutes, until thickened slightly. (Exact time may vary depending on your blender speed.)
  • Use in place of 1 cup of heavy cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 535kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 572mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 3246IU | Calcium: 259mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Natalie

    October 11, 2021 at 11:18 am

    5 stars
    Oh, wow. What a hack! I’m buying heavy cream in stores but didn’t know it’s that easy to make it at home. I’m saving this to try. Thanks!

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  2. NATALIA

    October 11, 2021 at 2:24 pm

    5 stars
    Thanks so much for the recipe Holly! Replacing heavy dairy cream is not easy when cooking or baking vegan. Most of the time I end up using coconut cream. I’m making this for sure!

    Reply
    • thiswifecooks

      October 11, 2021 at 7:41 pm

      I agree and I don’t always love the coconut flavor that comes through with coconut cream.

  3. Kayla DiMaggio

    October 11, 2021 at 3:11 pm

    5 stars
    I never thought to make vegan heavy cream before but this was genius! So easy and was a great substitute!

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    • thiswifecooks

      October 11, 2021 at 7:44 pm

      Thank you so much! I love this recipe, especially for soups!

  4. Luca

    October 11, 2021 at 5:00 pm

    5 stars
    I was exactly looking for a recipe like this and, finally, here it is! It was super easy to make and it turned out great!

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    • thiswifecooks

      October 11, 2021 at 7:43 pm

      I’m glad to hear it and agree it is so easy!

  5. Lucy

    October 12, 2021 at 9:46 am

    5 stars
    I love how simple and easy this vegan heavy cream is to make with only 2 ingredients. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  6. Lisa

    March 21, 2022 at 10:20 pm

    Thank you Holly. I tried this and used my immersion blender for 5 minutes as you suggested and it turned to butter instead. Did I blend for too long maybe?

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    • thiswifecooks

      March 22, 2022 at 12:29 am

      Hi Lisa! Yes, it sounds like your mixture was over blended. As noted in the recipe, the exact time will vary.

  7. Dana Smith

    May 9, 2022 at 2:11 am

    1 star
    I followed this exactly except I did the first batch in my vitamin and it never thickened at all then I tried it in my kitchen aid and also runny. I don’t have an immersion blender so I guess I need to buy one to make this work???

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    • thiswifecooks

      May 9, 2022 at 12:56 pm

      Hmm…that is odd. The mixture should thicken slightly but still remain pourable, just like dairy-based heavy cream. I use a Kitchen Aid high-speed blender and haven’t had any issues. I would love to help; I’m just not sure exactly what went wrong.

  8. Elizabeth

    May 26, 2022 at 2:57 am

    What brand of vegan butter did you use? I am allergic to soy, wheat, and dairy so I am looking for an allergy free vegan butter that can be used for baking but ice cream specifically.

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    • thiswifecooks

      May 26, 2022 at 12:39 pm

      For this recipe, I use Earth Balance sticks. I have not used this heavy cream specifically for ice cream though so I can’t speak to the results there. Seems like it should work? Let me know if you decide to try!

  9. Becky

    June 19, 2022 at 4:33 am

    Have you tried making whipped cream with this recipe?

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    • thiswifecooks

      June 19, 2022 at 7:13 pm

      Hi Becky ~ I have not tried this recipe for whipped cream so I can’t say for sure if it would work for that. I’ve only used this recipe for general cooking and baking. If you decide to try whipping the heavy cream, I would love to hear your results!

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