Substitute for heavy cream

1 cup of heavy cream can be replaced with 3/4 cup milk + 1/4 cup melted butter.

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Amount the recipe needs

Cool the melted butter slightly, then whisk it into the milk.

It will not whip into peaks. Use it only as a liquid in cooking and baking.

What can I use instead of heavy cream?

1 cup of heavy cream can be replaced with 3/4 cup milk + 1/4 cup melted butter.

How much substitute do I need for 2 cups of heavy cream?

1 1/2 cups milk + 1/2 cup melted butter.

Will the result change?

It will not whip into peaks. Use it only as a liquid in cooking and baking.