Devon cream

Thick British spread

Devon cream is a thick, rich clotted cream traditionally produced in Devon, England.

Made by slowly heating unpasteurized cow's milk until a thick layer of cream rises and clots on the surface, it has a distinctively high butterfat content and slightly golden crust.

Devon cream is the essential accompaniment to scones in a cream tea: She spread Devon cream and strawberry jam on her scone.

Also called Devonshire cream; nearly identical to Cornish clotted cream, though the two counties dispute which originated the tradition.

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Devon creamskimmed milk

Dairy with cream removed

fat-free milk · skim milk · low-fat yogurt · semi-skimmed milk · light cream

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Devon creamwhipped cream

Aerated dairy topping

butter · crème fraîche · sour cream

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Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G