Chapter 2 · The French Laundry Years
Creme Fraiche Topping
Creme Fraiche Topping
The Story
Discard excess liquid from crème fraiche before making for best consistency.
Ingredients
Makes enough for 1 cheesecake
Scaled to a home kitchen batch from Jason's original production formula.
Method
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1
Combine ingredients using a spatula.
2
Cast 400g onto half sheet tray size cheesecake (with frame still intact).
3
Bake at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Jason's Notes
Simple creme fraiche topping for cheesecakes, baked briefly for perfect texture.
The first good note sets the tone.
Keep it practical, specific, and chef-minded. Share what worked, what you changed, and what the next cook should know.