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Best Substitutes for Half and Half — What to Use Instead

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Milk + Cream: 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 cup cream — DIY half and half. Exact match.

Whole Milk + Butter: 7/8 cup milk + 1 tbsp melted butter — Good for baking and cooking.

Overview

Top substitute for half and half: Milk + Cream (1/2 cup milk + 1/2 cup cream). DIY half and half. Exact match. Plus 2 more alternatives.

Key Details

Milk + Cream: 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 cup cream — DIY half and half. Exact match.
Whole Milk + Butter: 7/8 cup milk + 1 tbsp melted butter — Good for baking and cooking.
Evaporated Milk: 1:1 — Slightly thicker. Good in coffee and cooking.

Why This Matters

Half and Half may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
Allergies or preferences may require alternatives

How To

1Best overall substitute: Milk + Cream at 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 cup cream
2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
3Test substitutes in small batches first
4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best substitute is Milk + Cream at 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 cup cream. DIY half and half. Exact match.