{"id":"recipe_e69d36f30b","slug":"kaymak-eastern-european-clotted-cream","title":"Kaymak (Eastern European Clotted Cream)","description":"A luxurious, thick, and velvety dairy spread traditionally made by simmering heavy cream and allowing it to rest until a rich, clotted layer forms on top. Perfect for breakfast with fresh bread and honey.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":35,"totalMinutes":760,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 liter heavy cream (at least 35% fat)","name":"Cream","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":"4 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"high fat","notes":"Ensure it is not ultra-pasteurized for best results","group":"Dairy","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"Pinch of salt","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"fine","notes":"optional, to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Pour the heavy cream into a wide, shallow pot or a heavy-bottomed saucepan.","group":"Preparation","title":"Pour the heavy cream","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Heat the cream over very low heat. Bring it to a very gentle simmer, ensuring it does not boil over. Let it simmer uncovered for about 30 to 40 minutes. A yellow skin will begin to form on the surface.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat the cream over very low heat","timerMinutes":35,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool completely at room temperature for about 2 hours. Do not stir it.","group":"Cooling","title":"Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool completely","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"Cooling"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Carefully transfer the pot to the refrigerator. Let it chill undisturbed for at least 12 hours, or ideally 24 hours.","group":"Setting","title":"Carefully transfer the pot","timerMinutes":720,"sourceTitle":"Setting"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Using a spoon or spatula, gently skim the thick, solidified cream layer from the top. This is your kaymak. If you like it savory, stir in a pinch of salt.","group":"Finishing","title":"Using a spoon or spatula, gently skim the thick","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Traditionally made with raw cow's or buffalo's milk, but high-quality heavy cream works best for home cooks. Serve chilled as a spread or a topping for grilled meats.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Balkan"]},"course":["appetizer","side"],"cookingMethod":["simmer"],"equipment":["heavy-bottomed pot","shallow glass dish","skimmer or slotted spoon"],"diet":["vegetarian","keto","gluten_free","low_carb"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":500,"unit":"g","note":"Approximate yield of finished spread"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Kaymak must be made ahead as it requires overnight chilling to set."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the coldest part of the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold; do not reheat as it will melt back into liquid cream."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e69d36f30b%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=923607da-d3c2-498a-8c74-7f30940c8807","imageAlt":"Kaymak (Eastern European Clotted Cream) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["clotted cream","dairy","spread","traditional","rich","keto"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Kaymak (Eastern European Clotted Cream)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:28:47.013Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:28:47.013Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_943b7108be","slug":"buckwheat-porridge-hrechana-kasha","title":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha)","description":"A nutritious, nutty, and comforting Eastern European staple. 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