Cream differs from milk primarily because of its higher fat content.
Cream is essentially the fat-rich portion of milk that has been separated from the rest. This separation is typically achieved through centrifugal skimmers, concentrating the fat into what we know as cream.
Here's a breakdown:
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Milk: Contains fat, but at lower levels than cream. The exact fat content varies depending on the type of milk (e.g., whole milk, skim milk).
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Cream: Is specifically defined by its fat content. According to the reference, "cream" must contain at least 30% fat. Double cream contains at least 40% fat.
In essence, the defining characteristic that distinguishes cream from milk is the concentration of fat.
