Description
This Homemade Whipped Cream recipe is a simple and quick way to create light, fluffy, and creamy topping for your desserts. Made with cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and pure vanilla extract, this easy-to-follow recipe yields a deliciously smooth whipped cream perfect for cakes, pies, hot chocolate, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
Whipped Cream Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Chill Bowl and Beatters: Place a mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for about 10 minutes to ensure everything is cold, which helps the cream whip better.
- Pour Cream: Pour the cold heavy whipping cream into the chilled bowl, ready to whip.
- Initial Whip: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the cream on medium-high speed for 1–2 minutes until it begins to thicken.
- Add Sweeteners and Flavor: Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the partially whipped cream.
- Continue Whipping: Beat the mixture for an additional 2–3 minutes until soft or stiff peaks form, depending on your desired texture. Be cautious not to overbeat, or the cream may turn buttery.
- Serve or Store: Use the whipped cream immediately as a topping or refrigerate it for up to 24 hours for later use.
Notes
- For flavored variations, try adding cocoa powder, almond extract, or a dash of cinnamon to the cream along with the powdered sugar and vanilla.
- This recipe doubles easily for larger batches—simply double all ingredient quantities.
