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    Home » Recipes » Sweets » Easy Homemade Whipped Cream

    Published: Nov 5, 2020 · Modified: Mar 1, 2022 by Kristen Massad · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Easy Homemade Whipped Cream

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    Easy Homemade Whipped Cream is made with heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla extract.  Three ingredients that will take your dessert to the next level, so simple to make and you will never buy store bought again!

    A pink bowl with white cream piped in swirls next to a towel.

    There is nothing better than homemade whipped cream and I feel like this is a staple in your kitchen that you must learn and then will use all the time!  Starting with very cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar or a sweetener of choice and the vanilla extract, whisk everything together until it starts to thicken. You can choose how stiff you want the whipped cream to be depending on how you will use it.  For piping whipped cream, you will want it to be stiff peaks and keep its  form.  If you are scooping on a pie, I prefer a soft peak or a loose texter.

    Ingredients

    A measuring cup with cream, a measuring cup with sugar and vanilla extract bottle.
    • Heavy Whipping Cream
    • Powdered Sugar
    • Vanilla Extract

    4 Ways To Sweeten Whipped Cream

    A whisk with cream on the top of it.

    Powdered Sugar is my go to for a classic whipped cream

    Granulated Sugar is another great option, but I feel like sometimes you can taste the granules of sugar in the whipped cream

    Light Brown Sugar creates a richer flavor profile

    Maple Syrup and Honey are great natural alternative sweeteners for homemade whipped cream

    Helpful Tips & FAQS About Homemade Whipped Cream

    Non Dairy Whipped Cream
    If you prefer a non-dairy alternative for homemade whipped cream, coconut milk is a great option that tastes great and will give you a thick fluffy texture of whipped cream.  Refrigerate a can of coconut milk overnight and scoop out the hardened part of the coconut milk, leaving the clear liquid behind.  Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with whisk attachment, whisk the coconut milk and powdered sugar until it is thick and has created a stiff peak.  

    A Secret You May or May Not Know
    Did you know that just heavy cream and a jar can make butter?  Fill a glass jar with heavy cream and shake.  You need to keep shaking until you see the heavy cream thicken and then keep shaking.  The heavy cream will eventually turn into butter.  This will also happen if you whisk the heavy cream to long while making homemade whipped cream:)

    Why is my cream not whipping?

    A common problem when making whipped cream is taking the cream out of the refrigerator too early. If the heavy whipping cream is not cold, it will not whip! This is very important to remember and a way to problems solve when whipped cream is not whipping.

    How far in advance can I make whipped cream?

    I like to make whipped cream fresh for every occasion.

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    • Berries and Cream Layer Cake
    • Homemade Coconut Cream Pie

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    Homemade Whipped Cream

    Easy Homemade Whipped Cream is made with heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla extract.  Three ingredients that will take your dessert to the next level, so simple to make and you will never buy store bought again!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Dessert
    Prep Time: 8 minutes
    Total Time: 8 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 292kcal
    Author: Kristen Massad

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups heavy cream
    • ¼ cup powdered sugar or other sweetener alternative
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • In a mixing bowl with whisk attachment or a hand mixer, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
    • Whisk on medium speed until the heavy cream starts to thicken and creates a ribbon look
    • Pipe or spoon the homemade whipped cream onto a pie, tart or place in a bowl to serve

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 servings | Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1166IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg
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