Dairy & cheese · Fresh

Fromage frais

Also called fromage blanc

Soft, smooth fresh cheese with a mild, fresh tang, thicker than yoghurt. Used in dips, desserts and as a lighter stand-in for cream.

VegetarianGluten-freeContains: milk

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodCrème fraîche

    Richer and fattier, less fresh; stable when heated.

  • T2 · GoodGreek yoghurt

    Tangier and slightly thicker; can split if boiled.

  • T2 · GoodLabneh

    Thicker and saltier; loosen with a little milk. (use 0.8× the amount)

  • T3 · In a pinchPlain yoghurt

    Thinner and sharper; drain it for dips and fillings.

  • T3 · In a pinchRicotta

    Grainier and milder; blend smooth first.

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