Delicious Recipes With Double Cream
What is Double Cream?
Double cream is a type of heavy cream that has a fat content of at least 48%. It's richer and thicker than single cream, making it ideal for recipes that require a luxurious texture and taste. You can find double cream in most grocery stores in the dairy section.Ingredient
Before we dive into the recipes, let's take a look at the ingredients you'll need to make these delicious dishes:- Double cream
- Sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Flour
- Cocoa powder
- Baking powder
- Butter
- Salt
- Water
- Chicken stock
- Vegetables
- Meat
- Herbs and spices
Recipes
Creamy Chocolate Cake
This rich and decadent chocolate cake is perfect for a special occasion or when you need a sweet treat. Here's what you'll need:- 1 cup double cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup water
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the double cream, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Stir in the melted butter and water until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Soup
This comforting soup is perfect for a cold winter day or when you're feeling under the weather. Here's what you'll need:- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup double cream
- 2 cups chopped vegetables (carrots, celery, potatoes, etc.)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
- Add the vegetables and thyme and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the double cream and cooked chicken and heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
While these recipes are delicious, they are also quite rich and high in calories. Here's a breakdown of the approximate nutritional information for each dish:Creamy Chocolate Cake (per serving)
- Calories: 500
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Sugar: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Soup (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Sugar: 5g
- Fiber: 3g