Runners who care about organic certification
You want to spot certified organic crème fraîche on the pot and compare its ingredients before you buy.
Who is this guide for?
Runners planning breakfast before the start
You want to stick with a familiar meal rather than try a new crème fraîche or a rich recipe on race day. The IRBMS recommends keeping to your usual eating habits before a competition.
People preparing several breakfasts at home
You need to choose a pack size that suits the number of recipes you have planned and the storage instructions once opened.
What should you look for?
When choosing crème fraîche for your marathon preparations, check the organic certification and fat content first. Then choose a pack size you can use and store as directed.
| What to consider | What to check | Who this matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Organic certification | Look for the EU organic logo on the pot, then check the ingredients list and fat content. According to Agence Bio, the logo shows that the product complies with European organic farming rules. | I want to check the product’s certification rather than rely on the word “natural” alone; around 36 % of consumers would put this check first. |
| Pre-race meal | For full-fat crème fraîche with 30 % fat, consider how much you plan to use and when you’ll be eating. The IRBMS recommends limiting fat close to exercise and sticking to your usual routine. | If I’m having breakfast before the start, I’d rather choose a recipe and portion I’ve already tried; around 29 % of consumers would put this concern first. |
| Pack size and storage | Compare the volume, the texture you want and the storage instructions. E.Leclerc, for example, lists a 20 cl pot of Bio Village crème fraîche; Auchan says to store its 50 cl organic version at +2 °C to +6 °C and use it soon after opening. | I only need it for occasional use and want to avoid leaving a large, opened pot unused; around 21 % of consumers would make pack size their main consideration. |
| Local availability | Check which product is available at your local shop or for collection, along with its volume and organic labelling. | I plan my recipes around products I can get at my usual shop and want to check the product before planning my shopping; availability would come first for around 14 % of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming “organic” means “lower in fat”
Organic certification doesn’t tell you the fat content. The organic thick crème fraîche products listed by Elle & Vire, Carrefour, E.Leclerc and Auchan contain 30 % fat.
If you’re thinking of having it before the race, check the nutritional information for the product you choose and try the planned portion during training first.
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Trying a new recipe on marathon day
The IRBMS recommends sticking to your usual eating habits on competition day to avoid problems caused by unfamiliar foods.
During training, try the recipe, portion and timing you’re considering for race day.
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Buying a large pot without planning how you’ll use it
A 50 cl pot may leave you with crème fraîche after making just one recipe. For its 50 cl organic crème fraîche, Auchan says to store it between +2 °C and +6 °C and use it soon after opening.
Choose a size that suits the recipes you have planned and follow the instructions on the pot you buy.
An opened pot that can’t be used as directed may end up going to waste.
Organic crème fraîche brands to know
Président
Président offers a range of organic crème fraîche products made, according to the brand, with 100 % French organic milk.
- The brand specifies where its milk comes from.
- Président says its organic crème fraîche has the same fat content as its conventional products, so check the specific product you choose.
Elle & Vire
Elle & Vire offers organic, full-fat thick crème fraîche with 30 % fat in a 324 g pouch.
- The 324 g pouch is a different size from the 20 cl and 50 cl pots offered by other brands.
- If you’re eating it close to the start, bear in mind that it contains 30 % fat and consider how much you’ll use.
Carrefour Bio
Carrefour offers organic thick crème fraîche with 30 % fat in a 50 cl pot.
- The 50 cl size may suit several planned recipes.
- Check that this size suits how you plan to use it and that your chosen product is available at your local shop.
Bio Village / E.Leclerc
E.Leclerc offers Bio Village organic thick crème fraîche with 30 % fat, including 20 cl and 50 cl sizes.
- The 20 cl size gives you a smaller option for occasional use.
- Check availability and the labelling of your chosen size with your E.Leclerc store.
Auchan Bio
Auchan offers organic, full-fat thick crème fraîche with 30 % fat in a 50 cl pot.
- The product information specifies storage between +2 °C and +6 °C.
- Auchan says to use this product soon after opening, so choose a size that suits the recipes you have planned.
Lidl
Lidl offers a range of products certified as organic.
- If crème fraîche is available, you can check its own product labelling.
- Before planning a recipe, check the product, its certification, pack size and fat content in store.
Joybuy products
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Frequently asked questions
How can you recognise organic crème fraîche?
Look for the EU organic logo on the packaging of the product you choose. According to Agence Bio, the logo shows that it complies with European organic farming rules. Also check the ingredients list and nutritional information to find a product that suits your recipe.
Can organic crème fraîche be the main food in your pre-marathon breakfast?
Organic full-fat crème fraîche with 30 % fat isn’t the best choice as the main food in a meal eaten close to the start. The IRBMS recommends sticking to your usual routine and limiting fat close to exercise. If you do use crème fraîche, try the recipe and portion during training first.
When should you try a new recipe containing crème fraîche?
Try it during training rather than on race day. That way, you can decide whether you want to make that recipe, portion and timing part of your usual pre-race routine.
Which size should you choose for occasional use?
A 20 cl pot, such as the Bio Village one listed by E.Leclerc, may be better suited to a single recipe than a 50 cl pot. If you choose a larger size, plan how you’ll use it and follow the storage instructions for the product you buy.
Is organic crème fraîche always lower in fat?
No. The organic label doesn’t tell you the fat content. Président says its organic crème fraîche has the same fat content as its conventional products, while the organic thick crème fraîche products listed by Elle & Vire, Carrefour, E.Leclerc and Auchan contain 30 % fat.