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    Home » Recipes » Toppings » Whipping Cream

    Whipping Cream

    Published: Aug 7, 2023 Modified: Aug 7, 2023 by Isabel Laessig

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    Learn how to make my Whipping Cream Recipe following my easy whipping cream recipe! It takes just 3 ingredients and 5 minutes to make beautiful whipping cream that is perfect for topping off dessert or glazing a cake.

    whipped cream in a bowl with a whisk
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    • Whipped Cream Recipe
    • Whipping Cream Recipe Ingredients
    • How to Make Whipped Cream
    • Whip Cream Recipe Tips
    • Whip Cream Flavors
    • Homemade Whipped Cream Storage
    • Whipping Cream FAQs
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    Whipped Cream Recipe

    If there’s one thing I always need to have in the refrigerator, it’s whipping cream. My kids and I both love it for everything from waffles in the morning to ice cream after dinner.

    To be honest, though, once you make whipped cream from scratch, it’s next to impossible to go back to using the canned stuff. You just won’t want to!

    The good thing about that is that making whipped cream at home is easy, and you can add all kinds of flavors to make it extra special. I like to add vanilla or almond extract or even a little pumpkin pie spice over the holidays.

    It doesn’t take long, either. You’ll only need 5 minutes, and the ingredients are as simple as it gets. So, enjoy!

    Strawberry shortcake biscuits with fresh berries and whipped cream on a black plate

    Whipping Cream Recipe Ingredients

    • Heavy whipping cream or light whipping cream
    • Granulated sugar or confectioner’s sugar
    • Vanilla extract

    How to Make Whipped Cream

    1. Add your mixing bowl and whisk the attachment of your mixer to the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes until chilled. An electric hand mixer may also be used.
    2. Once chilled, add heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and any other desired flavorings to the bowl.
      whipped cream ingredients in a metal mixing bowl
    3. Mix on medium-high speed until it forms soft peaks, scraping the sides of the bowl down as you mix.
      mixing whipped cream with an electric hand mixer
    4. Serve immediately or keep in the bowl wrapped in plastic to chill for later, and enjoy!

    This is the perfect topping for Strawberry Shortcakes!

    Whip Cream Recipe Tips

    • Vanilla extract adds an extra layer of flavor, but it isn’t necessary. You can leave it out, or even add other flavors as you prefer.
    • Scrape down the sides of the bowl as you mix.
    • Make sure to chill the bowl and whisk the attachment of your mixer for 15-30 minutes before making whipping cream. This will help the mixture reach the right consistency and keeps everything nice and cold.
    • You will know the cream is done mixing when stiff peaks form. Pull the whisk from the cream, and the cream should stand up on its own without drooping back into the bowl.
    • You can add a bit of cornstarch (1 teaspoon), cream of tartar (¼ teaspoon), or powdered milk (2 teaspoons) to stabilize whipping cream if you need to. This is good for whipping cream icing for cakes.

    Whip Cream Flavors

    • Pumpkin pie spice: Add a bit of pumpkin spice for a perfect topping for Fall desserts and lattes!
    • Chocolate: Finely chop or grate semisweet chocolate, milk chocolate, or white chocolate, and add while mixing.
    • Maple: Maple whipping cream is delicious for pancakes and waffles. Simply add a bit of maple syrup to taste while mixing.
    • Coffee: Add a bit of instant coffee while mixing for the perfect coffee flavor.
    • Cinnamon: A pinch or two of cinnamon is amazing! Give it a try for a warm Fall flavor you will love.
    • Peanut butter: Use peanut butter powder in this whipping cream recipe for a peanut buttery flavor you will love over chocolate ice cream, cakes, and cupcakes.
    • Lemon: Lemon zest will create a tart, bright lemony flavor that is so delicious with sweet brunch recipes, fresh fruits, or dessert.
    • Fresh Berries: Are always amazing with whipping cream, especially Fresas con Crema.

    Homemade Whipped Cream Storage

    • Refrigerate for 5-7 days in an airtight container at the back of the refrigerator where it is coldest.
    • Freeze whipped cream for up to 1 month by piping dollops of it onto parchment paper over a baking sheet, then transfer it to a freezer-safe bag or container once frozen.

    This dessert topping is perfect for Strawberry Ice Cream Shortcake or a Disney Dole Whip.

    strawberry shortcake ice cream cake topped with whipped cream

    Whipping Cream FAQs

    Can you make whipped cream by hand?

    You can make it by hand by using a large balloon whisk and a chilled mixing bowl. To prevent your arm from tiring out too quickly, hold it against the side of your body and only use your wrist to whisk. If you whip cream by hand, use it immediately, as it is softer than with an electric whisk and will not hold its shape in the refrigerator.

    Can you make whipped cream in a blender?

    To make it in a blender, add everything to your blender and mix on low for 15 seconds or so. Scrape down the sides of the blender by using a rubber spatula, then continue mixing for several more seconds until it reaches a stiff texture.

    Dessert Toppings

    • Strawberry Sauce
    • Cream Cheese Icing
    • Chocolate Ganache
    • Cream Cheese Frosting

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    strawberry shortcake biscuits with homemade whipped cream in the center

    Whipping Cream

    Isabel Laessig
    Learn How to Make Whipped Cream following my easy whipping cream recipe! It takes just 3 ingredients and 5 minutes to make beautiful homemade whipped cream perfect for topping off dessert or glazing a cake.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 907 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Stand Mixer (or electric hand mixer)

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar or powdered sugar
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional, but it adds a nice flavor to homemade whipped cream
    Cooking Conversions

    See our Cooking Conversions Chart for help converting measurements!

    Instructions
     

    • Add your mixing bowl and whisk attachment of your mixer to the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes until chilled. An electric hand mixer may also be used.
    • Once chilled, add heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and any other desired flavorings to the bowl.
      1 cup heavy whipping cream, 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
      whipped cream ingredients in a metal mixing bowl
    • Mix on medium-high speed until it forms stiff peaks, scraping the sides of the bowl down as you mix.
      mixing whipped cream with an electric hand mixer
    • Serve immediately or keep in the bowl wrapped in plastic to chill for later, and enjoy!
      Strawberry shortcake biscuits with fresh berries and whipped cream on a black plate

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    Notes

    • Vanilla extract adds an extra layer of flavor to whipped cream, but it isn’t necessary. You can leave it out, or even add other flavors as you prefer, like pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon.
    • Scrape down the sides of the bowl as you mix.Make sure to chill the bowl and whisk attachment of your mixer for 15-30 minutes before making whipped cream. This will help the mixture reach the right consistency and keeps everything nice and cold.
    • You will know the cream is done mixing when it reaches stiff peaks. Pull the whisk from the whipped cream, and the cream should stand up on its own without drooping back into the bowl.
    • You can add a bit of cornstarch (1 teaspoon), cream of tartar (¼ teaspoon), or powdered milk (2 teaspoons) to stabilize whipped cream if you need to. This is good for whipped cream icing for cakes.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 907kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 7gFat: 86gSaturated Fat: 55gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 269mgSodium: 65mgPotassium: 230mgSugar: 31gVitamin A: 3499IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 158mgIron: 0.3mg
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    About Isabel Laessig

    Hi! I’m Isabel Laessig, also known as Family Foodie, creator of Sunday Supper Movement and author of the Boujee Steak Cookbook. Sunday Supper is my mission to bring family back around the dinner table. Join me in making family meal-time a tradition to celebrate!

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