Description
This homemade whipped cream recipe offers a quick and easy way to create fluffy, creamy topping using simple ingredients like heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Perfect for enhancing desserts, beverages, and fruit dishes with a rich, sweet touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Whipped Cream Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Chill bowl and beaters: Place the mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes to ensure the cream whips up faster and better.
- Add ingredients: Pour the heavy whipping cream into the chilled mixing bowl, then add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Whip the cream: Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the mixture for 3 to 5 minutes until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat to avoid turning it into butter.
- Check consistency: Stop mixing once the whipped cream is fluffy and holds soft peaks.
- Serve or store: Serve the whipped cream immediately for best texture, or refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 2 hours before using.
Notes
- Chilling the bowl and beaters is key for achieving the best whipping results.
- Do not overbeat; the cream can separate and become butter.
- Use fresh heavy whipping cream for optimal texture and taste.
- For a richer flavor, you can adjust the sugar amount to your preference.
- Whipped cream is best used fresh but can be stored for short periods chilled.
