Description
This Homemade Whipped Cream recipe is a quick and easy way to create a light, fluffy topping perfect for desserts, beverages, and more. Made with just heavy cream, powdered sugar, and optional vanilla extract, it whips up in minutes using chilled tools to ensure optimal texture and stability.
Ingredients
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Whipped Cream Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Chill Your Tools: Place your mixing bowl and beaters (or whisk attachment if using a stand mixer) in the freezer for 10-15 minutes. This step helps the cream whip faster and hold its shape better.
- Pour Cream: Pour the cold heavy cream into the chilled mixing bowl to maintain the cold temperature crucial for whipping.
- Start Whipping on Medium: Using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the cream on medium speed. Begin slowly to prevent splashing, then increase to high speed.
- Watch For Thickening: After 1-2 minutes, the cream will start to thicken, signaling it’s beginning to whip.
- Add Sugar and Vanilla: Once thickening, add powdered sugar and vanilla extract if desired for sweetness and flavor.
- Whip to Soft Peaks: Continue beating until soft peaks form. You’ll notice gentle peaks that hold shape but still fold over.
- For Stiffer Peaks: Beat for an additional 30 seconds to achieve stiffer peaks, ideal for piping or decorative uses.
- Stop Mixing Carefully: Once desired consistency is reached, stop whipping to avoid overwhipping and turning the cream into butter.
- Use or Store: Use the whipped cream immediately, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours. If separated, re-whisk briefly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream is very cold for best results.
- Chilling the mixing bowl and beaters speeds up whipping and improves texture.
- Do not overwhip, or the cream will turn into butter.
- Whipped cream can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Add powdered sugar gradually to adjust sweetness to your taste.
- Vanilla extract is optional but adds a lovely flavor.
