Substitute for Creme Fraiche in Basque-style Cheesecake recipe

Thoms C. (Q&A ID 19857)

I want to try the Milk Street basque-style cheesecake recipe. But none of my local grocers offer creme fraiche. Is there anything I can use to substitute for that product?

Lynn C. (Q&A ID 662)

Hi Thoms -

It's actually really easy to make your own crème fraîche using heavy cream and buttermilk. Here are the instructions. Just make sure to start the project the day before you want to make the cheesecake.

Best,

The Milk Street Cooking Team

Thoms C. (Q&A ID 19857)

Thank you, Lynn