Creme Fraiche Starter Culture

Making truly rich and mild creme fraiche at home is as easy as heating up cream or half-and-half. This direct-set culture is one of our easiest and cultures on your countertop.

INCLUDED IN THE BAG

• 4 packets of crème fraîche starter culture
• Step-by-step instructions for using the culture are included and may also be found here.

INGREDIENTS AND ALLERGEN INFORMATION

Creme Fraiche Starter Culture Ingredients
• Lactic bacteria (Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis, Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris, Lactococcus lactis subsp. diacetylactis, Leuconostoc mesenteroides subsp. cremoris)

Creme Fraiche Starter Culture Allergen Information
• Manufactured in a facility that produces products containing soy and dairy
• Non-GMO
• Gluten-free

HOW TO STORE YOUR STARTER CULTURE

• Store the starter culture in the refrigerator or freezer until you’re ready to activate it
• Use the starter culture by the date on the bag

SUPPLIES YOU'LL NEED

Ingredient
• Fresh pasteurized cream or half-and-half (not UHT/ultra-pasteurized)

Equipment
• Stainless steel pot that can hold up to 1 quart with lid (avoid aluminum)
• Thermometer
• Stainless steel, silicone, or wood spoon or spatula