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Substitutes for half-and-half

Half cream, half milk — easy to fake.

Amount neededUse insteadNotes
1 cup1/2 cup whole milk + 1/2 cup heavy creamLiterally the definition.
1 cup3/4 cup milk + 2 tbsp melted butter, topped with milkFrom 2% milk pantry.
1 cup (in coffee)1 cup evaporated milkRicher body than half-and-half actually.

FAQ

What can I substitute for half-and-half?

1/2 cup whole milk + 1/2 cup heavy cream; 3/4 cup milk + 2 tbsp melted butter, topped with milk; 1 cup evaporated milk.

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