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1669 Homemade Clotted Cream Recipe

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This authentic 17th-century clotted cream recipe delivers thick, luxurious cream with a golden crust and nutty, caramelized flavor that’s perfect for scones or fresh berries. Using just one ingredient and a slow-baking method from Sir Kenelm Digby’s 1669 cookbook, this traditional English recipe creates the real deal – no shortcuts, no substitutes.

  • Total Time: 24 hours
  • Yield: About 1 Cup 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 quart (4 cups) heavy cream (not ultra-pasteurized)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°F. If your oven doesn’t go that low, set it to the lowest temperature it can go.
  2. Pour the heavy cream into a wide, shallow oven-safe baking dish (an 8×8-inch or 9×13-inch pan works well). The cream should be 1 to 2 inches deep for best results.
  3. Place the dish (uncovered) in the preheated oven and bake for 12 hours. The cream will develop a thick, golden-yellow crust on top.
  4. Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, about 2 hours.
  5. Once cooled, cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or overnight. The cream will thicken and set during this time.
  6. Gently skim off the thick, clotted cream layer from the top using a slotted spoon or spatula. Save the liquid underneath for baking scones or pancakes.
  7. Transfer the clotted cream to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 Tablespoons
  • Calories: 176
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 66mg
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