46 homemade cream recipes

Halloween face paint mixes cornstarch, water, cream, and food coloring into a homemade non-toxic costume paint. Skin-safe, kid-friendly, and ready in seconds for trick-or-treat night.

Layered chocolate pound cake soaked in kirsch, topped with sour cherries, rich homemade chocolate custard, and clouds of whipped cream. A showpiece trifle for 18.

Homemade sesame cheese dip mix with Parmesan, toasted sesame seeds, and celery seed. Stir into sour cream or yogurt for a nutty, savory party dip ready in minutes.

Homemade pepper vodka infused with hot chili peppers for at least a week, plus a creamy vodka pasta sauce recipe with tomatoes, butter, cream, and Parmesan.

Homemade herb cheese spread with cream cheese, butter, parsley, chives, marjoram, and thyme. A simple make-ahead spread for crackers or veggie sandwiches.

Homemade ravioli stuffed with flaked smoked salmon and melted fontina cheese, served with silky dill cream sauce. This elegant pasta dish brings restaurant-quality flavor to your dinner table.

Layers of chocolate and vanilla ice cream in a spicy gingersnap crust, drizzled with homemade chocolate ganache. This no-bake frozen pie needs just 15 minutes of hands-on work and zero oven time.

Crowdie butter with garlic and parsley is a homemade Scottish fresh cheese: cream set with rennet, drained crumbly, then worked with butter, garlic, and herbs into a soft, spreadable garlic-herb cheese. Make your own Boursin at home.

English muffin with ham, tomato, and basil pesto baked under a garlic cream cheese topping. An open-face brunch bite with crisped edges and a fresh homemade pesto drizzle.

Fresh fettuccine with a silky butter and cream sauce finished with Parmesan. Authentic Alfredo-style pasta made with homemade egg pasta, just four ingredients for restaurant-quality Italian classic.

Homemade Boursin-style garlic and herb cheese spread with cream cheese, butter, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, thyme, and marjoram. The classic French appetizer made at home for a fraction of the boutique cheese price.

Blackened chicken mini tacos with a bold paprika-pepper spice rub, shredded and served in crispy shells with homemade pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream. A fun, build-your-own taco spread.

Fire-roasted poblano chilis line the pan as the crust, filled with a silky Monterey Jack and egg custard made with homemade crema fresca. A crustless Mexican pie that's golden, smoky, and rich.

Fire-roasted poblano chiles line a pie pan and cradle a creamy filling of Monterey Jack, eggs, garlic, and homemade crema fresca. A savory Mexican chile pie baked golden.