clotted cream

noun

1. cream that has been clotted by cooking.

clotted cream

noun

1. a thick cream made from scalded milk, esp in SW England Also calledDevonshire cream

Word History and Origins

Origin of clotted cream¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

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

From Seattle Times

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

From Los Angeles Times

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

From BBC

Dust lightly with confectioners’ sugar and serve with a generous helping of preserves and Devonshire clotted cream or whipped cream.

From Washington Times

And which goes first, the jam or the clotted cream?

From New York Times