variants
or creme
plural crèmes or cremes
ˈkrem(z) 
ˈkrēmz
1
: a sweet liqueur
2
: cream or a preparation made with or resembling cream used in cooking
3
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On the nose, notes of caramel corn, rich oak, sugar plum, lots of clove, vanilla creme wafers, pipe tobacco, bramble fruit and sawdust.
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Chris Perugini, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
In addition to measuring, a liquid measuring cup is perfect for adding eggs to the bowl of a stand mixer (one at a time) and portioning creme brulée custard evenly into ramekins.
—Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
When applied as a skin creme, there's some evidence that creatine helps smooth wrinkles, prevent ultraviolet (UV) damage, and tighten loose areas.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 28 Oct. 2024
Start with dippable delights that includes black sesame hummus with nori crackers; caramelized scallion & creme Gracie with house chips; then move on to succulent small bites like roasted sea scallops doused with chilli butter; and juicy crispy mushroom bao buns.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The Hampton Social This weekend head to The Hampton Social in Brickell to sip the Better Than Revenge cocktail made with tequila, peach, creme de violette, bubbles, and of course a bit of sparkle.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
This was the creme of the crop in the mid-1960s; all synonymous with what was resonating with the audience at the time.
—Marc Berman, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024
Stop by: 901 Berryhill Road in Wesley Heights. Must-try item: The oatmeal creme pie.
—Laura Barrero, Axios, 10 Sep. 2024
Snacks and beverages include Cinnamon Bavarian creme churros, Spooky Campfire Cocoa, Whiskey Applejack, Night Owl Pumpkin Ale, large Bavarian pretzels, caramel corn and apple cider.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Sep. 2024
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Chris Perugini, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
In addition to measuring, a liquid measuring cup is perfect for adding eggs to the bowl of a stand mixer (one at a time) and portioning creme brulée custard evenly into ramekins.
—Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
When applied as a skin creme, there's some evidence that creatine helps smooth wrinkles, prevent ultraviolet (UV) damage, and tighten loose areas.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 28 Oct. 2024
Start with dippable delights that includes black sesame hummus with nori crackers; caramelized scallion & creme Gracie with house chips; then move on to succulent small bites like roasted sea scallops doused with chilli butter; and juicy crispy mushroom bao buns.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The Hampton Social This weekend head to The Hampton Social in Brickell to sip the Better Than Revenge cocktail made with tequila, peach, creme de violette, bubbles, and of course a bit of sparkle.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
This was the creme of the crop in the mid-1960s; all synonymous with what was resonating with the audience at the time.
—Marc Berman, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024
Stop by: 901 Berryhill Road in Wesley Heights. Must-try item: The oatmeal creme pie.
—Laura Barrero, Axios, 10 Sep. 2024
Snacks and beverages include Cinnamon Bavarian creme churros, Spooky Campfire Cocoa, Whiskey Applejack, Night Owl Pumpkin Ale, large Bavarian pretzels, caramel corn and apple cider.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Sep. 2024
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“Crème.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cr%C3%A8me. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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