Here’s everything you should probably know before you stash that heavy cream in the freezer.

Unlike regular milk, its not always as easy to finish the entire carton.

(Unless youre taking it in your morning coffeewhich is a good reason to wake up early.)

Heavy cream in a mixer bowl

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While they are similar, heavy cream and whipping cream are technically different, though.

you might transfer your whipped cream into a freezer-safe container and place that into the freezer.

Or, you could portion it out.

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Heres how:

How Long Can You Store Heavy Cream?

Like buttermilk, heavy cream can last a long time.

In the fridge, it can last about two weeks to a month.

Is Heavy Cream Ruined If It Freezes?

But its not a fail.

you’ve got the option to easily smooth out the texture by shaking or whisking it.

Place the container of frozen heavy cream into the fridge overnight for it to thaw.

If you froze whipped cream, allow it to thaw in the fridge for around 15 minutes before use.

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Published July 11, 2016.