Mexican Crema

Creamy, tangy, and effortlessly silky, Mexican Crema is the ultimate homemade condiment to elevate your favorite Mexican dishes. This simple recipe combines heavy cream, a touch of buttermilk, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of salt to create a luscious topping with just the right balance of richness and acidity. With only 10 minutes of prep and a hands-off resting period, this versatile crema requires minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. Perfect for drizzling over tacos, enchiladas, soups, or roasted vegetables, it adds a delightful creamy tang to every bite. Plus, it keeps well in the fridge for up to a week, so you’ll always have a deliciously fresh finishing touch for your culinary creations.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Lime juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a clean glass jar or bowl, mix together the heavy cream and buttermilk using a whisk or spoon.

Step 2

Loosely cover the jar or bowl with a lid or clean cloth to allow air circulation.

Step 3

Let the mixture sit at room temperature (around 70°F or 21°C) for 12 to 24 hours, or until it thickens to a pourable but creamy consistency.

Step 4

Once thickened, stir in the lime juice and salt to taste. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Transfer the Mexican crema to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Refrigeration will enhance the flavors further.

Step 6

Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week and use as a topping for tacos, enchiladas, soups, or any Mexican-inspired dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(261.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	810.8

Total Fat 80.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 241.7mg	0%
Sodium 685.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 0.5g	0%

Vitamin D 7.9IU	0%
Calcium 18.3mg	0%
Iron 0.0mg	0%
Potassium 26.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 99.1%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 0.7%