This dreamy light and delicious whipped cream recipe is an easy topping that compliments almost every dessert! I’ve included my tips and tricks to make a stabilized version for cake decorating too!
Whipped cream is one of my favorite things to eat! It tastes so light, refreshing and perfectly sweet you would thinks it’s as healthy as a glass of skim milk, if only… This easy to make recipe uses only three ingredients, takes less than 3 minutes to make, and can be flavored in so many ways!
How to make Whipped cream
- Pour the heavy whipping cream into the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Or a large bowl if you’re making with a hand mixer.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla or whichever flavoring you’ve chosen.
- Whip on high for a few minutes. Do not walk away! The cream whips quickly and if over-whipped will become curdled and lose it’s silky texture.
- You’ll know the cream is done when soft peaks are formed by as the whisk/beater is raised.
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How to stabilize whipped cream
- Use powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar. Confectioners sugar has a bit of corn starch and that helps to strengthen the whipped cream just a bit.
How long does whipped cream last?
Homemade whipped cream will last for 2 days in the fridge but is best when freshly made. Whipped cream will retain it’s taste and hold it’s shape but will yellow and lose consistency after a day.
Favorite flavors for whipped cream
- Vanilla extract or bean paste
- Rose water
- Orange blossom water
- Grand Marnier or Cointreau
- espresso powder
- cocoa powder
Pro Tips for Making this Whipped Cream Recipe
- Use COLD cream! And for the very best result use a cold metal bowl.
- Whip on high, and remember to cover that stand mixer so you don’t get splattered.
- Don’t over-whip that cream! Keep a close eye on it and stop just before you think it’s done. You can always whip a bit more later.
If you’ve tried this whipped cream recipe then don’t forget to leave a rating and let me know how you got on in the comments below, I love hearing from you!
Whipped Cream Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream 480mL, cold
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar 30g
- 2 tsp vanilla extract 10mL
Instructions
- Pour the heavy whipping cream into the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Or into a large bowl if you're making with a hand mixer.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla or whichever flavoring you've chosen. Whip on high for a few minutes. Do not walk away! The cream whips quickly and if over-whipped will become curdled and lose it's silky texture.
- You'll know the cream is done when soft peaks are formed by as the whisk/beater is raised.
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Notes
- Use COLD cream! And for the very best result use a cold metal bowl.
- Whip on high, and remember to cover that stand mixer so you don't get splattered.
- Don't over-whip that cream! Keep a close eye on it and stop just before you think it's done. You can always whip a bit more later.
- If you want to use the whipped (Chantilly) cream to make a layer cake then try folding in 8oz of room temp mascarpone. The resulting frosting will be much more stable and have the slightest hint of cheesecake to it.
- Like your Chantilly cream sweeter? Add a few more tablespoons of sugar!
Perfect
Hi John, I am big fan of Preppy’s kitchen. Your swiss meringue buttercream is my default choice. Your tips works well too. I had tried many times whipped cream without stabilizers and the time has come to go for a stabilized whipped cream.
Can you please upload a video of using Gelatin for stabilizing the whipped cream .
Much Thank you from Vidya
Thanks Vidya, I’ll add it to my calendar!
Thank you very much. I made your apple pie recipe with this whipped cream. I used the juice the apples cooked in to sweeten this whipped cream more.