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How do you know if heavy cream is bad?

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There are a few tell-tale signs that your heavy cream has gone bad.

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If you notice any of these signs, make sure to discard your whipping cream.

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Use your senses to tell.

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When you open the container and smell a sour smell or a fermented type of aroma, it is a sure sign that the whipping cream is spoiled.

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Second, when you pour the heavy cream out of the container, and it looks like the texture has noticeably changed such as it is clumping or curdling.

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You may also notice a runny and thin consistency, which would also mean it has gone bad.

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However, it is normal to occasionally see a yellow hue on top as this is the heavy cream fats.

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Next, look for signs of mold on the surface.

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A moldy discoloration along with the separation of the solids from the liquids in the form of lumps means that the cream is spoiled.

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When tasting the cream, if it has a tangy taste or it feels more like lumpy curds rather than smooth rich, thick creamy texture, do not use.

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Lastly, if your heavy cream does not whip and form stiff peaks, it is spoiled and should be discarded.

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Get all the details of making whipped cream that is stabilized on the website.