Cultured Cream
Panna coltivata
A lightly cultured cream with a silky, rich texture and gentle tang.

The target is silky, lightly tangy and rich, without becoming aggressively sour.
3 L working batch
Ingredients
- Fresh cream3 L
- Live buttermilk or approved dairy cultureaccording to supplier dosage
Method
Place the cream in a sanitised container.
Add the culture and mix thoroughly.
Allow to culture under controlled conditions according to the culture manufacturer's instructions.
Once lightly thickened and pleasantly acidic, refrigerate immediately.
Chef’s notes
- The target is silky, lightly tangy and rich, not aggressively sour.
- Use for sauces, desserts, dressings, finishing soups and cultured dessert preparations.
Keeping
Keep refrigerated. The source gives a best-quality working window of 5 to 7 days.
Allergens and diet
Milk.
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Last refined · September 2026