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Published: Nov 10, 2019 Last Updated: Oct 14, 2023
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Learn how to make whipped cream with this easy, versatile homemade whipped cream recipe. 3 simple ingredients are all you need!
Add a dollop to your hot chocolate, especially after you’ve made a batch of these fun and trendy Hot Cocoa Bombs!
Table of Contents
- Why this Recipe is Best
- How to Make Whipped Cream
- Tips and Tricks
- Recipe FAQs
- How much Whipped Cream does this make
- Serving Suggestions
- More recipes that use Homemade Whipped Cream
- Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe Recipe
Why this Recipe is Best
Few things can divide a family or nation more than discussing whipped cream. Whether you make your own, use Cool Whip, or use the canned stuff…people can be very passionate about their choices.
Personally, I have nothing against any of them. They all have a place in my life.
Cool Whip is handy and convenient and perfect for No Bake Cheesecake recipes. I love that it stays more stable than homemade.
The canned stuff is always in my fridge to top a cup of hot cocoa or a mug of Brown sugar latte.
But homemade whipped cream is by far the best. Especially spooned on top of Lemon Bundt Cake, pumpkin pie, French silk pie, and Instant Pot pumpkin cheesecake.
SO let’s get to it!
How to Make Whipped Cream
Chill Your Bowl. Start by chilling your mixing bowl. While this isn’t 100% needed, it does help the whipped cream set up quicker and stay set longer! If you don’t have time to chill the bowl, toss some ice cubes into it, swirl for a minute and dry the bowl.
Beat until Peaks. Add heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Attach to electric mixer and beat on medium high for several minutes until peaks form.
Refrigerate. Use immediately or store covered with plastic wrap in refrigerator. It should remain fresh for about 2-3 days.
Tips and Tricks
- Start with COLD whipping cream, and a cold bowl.
- Change up the flavor of the whipped cream by using a different extract…lemon, peppermint, etc.
- Add color by adding one drop of gel food coloring with the extract.
- What are “stiff peaks?” It simply means that if you hold the whisk (beaters) upside down, the whipped cream will hold it’s shape.
- Store in refrigerator until ready to use, up to 3 days.
Recipe FAQs
How do you make Stabilized Whipped Cream?
If you want to make this whipped cream recipe to work and act like Cool Whip, which is more stable, double the powdered sugar in this recipe.
How long does whipped cream last?
When you store whipped cream properly, it will last in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
How do you fix runny whipped cream?
If your whipped cream is too runny, use more powdered sugar. Overbeating whipped cream can cause it to curdle and fall apart, so keep your eye on it.
How much Whipped Cream does this make
One batch of this recipe (using 1 cup of the heavy cream) yields about 2 cups of homemade whipped cream.
As a general rule of thumb, whipping cream doubles in size when beaten!
Serving Suggestions
Aside from pies and cakes, you’ll love this simple whipped cream as a dip for fresh fruit.
For a simple dessert, fill a bowl with homemade whipped cream and make a platter of various fruits…apple, berries, and grapes.
More recipes that use Homemade Whipped Cream
- Pumpkin Crunch Cake
- Apple Bread
- Jello Trifle recipe
- Lemon Pudding Cake
- Lemon JELL-O Poke Cake
- Instant Pot Rice Pudding
- Banana Split Cheesecake
- Pistachio Pie
- Chocolate Cheesecake
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Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe
5 from 13 votes
By: Aimee
Learn how to make whipped cream with this easy, versatile homemade whipped cream recipe. 3 simple ingredients are all you need!
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 Tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Start by chilling your mixing bowl. While this isn’t 100% needed, it does help the whipped cream set up quicker and stay set longer! If you don’t have time to chill the bowl, toss some ice cubes into it, swirl for a minute and dry the bowl.
Add heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Attach to electric mixer and beat on medium high for several minutes until peaks form.
Use immediately or store covered with plastic wrap in refrigerator. It should remain fresh for about 3-4 days.
Notes
- How do you make Stabilized Whipped Cream? If you want to make this whipped cream recipe to work and act like Cool Whip, which is more stable, double the powdered sugar in this recipe.
- How long does whipped cream last? When you store whipped cream properly, it will last in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- How do you fix runny whipped cream? If your whipped cream is too runny, use more powdered sugar. Overbeating whipped cream can cause it to curdle and fall apart, so keep your eye on it.
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Nutrition
Serving: 2Tbsp, Calories: 57kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 17mg, Sodium: 4mg, Sugar: 2g
Course: Basics
Cuisine: American
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Learn how to make whipped cream with this easy, versatile homemade whipped cream recipe. 3 simple ingredients are all you need!
