Best Double Cream Substitutes for Muffins & Quick Breads
Use forgiving substitutions that still maintain moisture and lift in quick batters. Quick breads tolerate swaps better, but leavening and hydration still need balance to avoid gummy centers.
Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData CentralMethodology
Can I make muffins or quick bread without double cream?
Yes. Start with Heavy Cream (US) at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
Top Recommendation
Heavy Cream (US)
Use 1:1
The standard swap in each direction. Pouring and cooking uses are identical; whipped heavy cream sets slightly softer, and for very rich ganache the lower fat reads marginally lighter.
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of double cream is treated as 237 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Heavy Cream (US), used at 1:1. The standard swap in each direction. Pouring and cooking uses are identical; whipped heavy cream sets slightly softer, and for very rich ganache the lower fat reads marginally lighter.