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clotted cream

American

noun

cream that has been clotted by cooking.

clotted cream British

noun

Also called: Devonshire cream. a thick cream made from scalded milk, esp in SW England

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Etymology

Origin of clotted cream

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

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High-fat creams generally contain 30-40% fat and include whipping cream, double cream and clotted cream.

From Science Daily • Dec. 21, 2025

A hint: It’s dense, fragrant and dolloped with butter, clotted cream and fresh jam.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023

An assortment of three rich spreads for the scones is served on the side: clotted cream, lemon curd and marmalade.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2023

Think finger sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream and a big slice of Victoria sponge.

From BBC • May 2, 2023

I'll miss my visits to the library, and Starry's and my tea parties with scones, clotted cream, and cucumber sandwiches.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins

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