Whipping Cream
Transform your desserts and beverages with this quick and easy homemade Whipping Cream recipe! Made with just two simple ingredients—heavy cream with at least 35% fat content and a touch of powdered sugar for optional sweetness—this whipped cream comes together in just 5 minutes using a chilled bowl and a little elbow grease (or an electric mixer). Achieve soft, pillowy peaks perfect for topping pies, cakes, hot cocoa, or fresh fruit. The key to success is chilling your tools beforehand and stopping at just the right consistency to avoid overwhipping. Whip up this versatile classic and elevate your sweet creations with its creamy, airy texture.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy cream (at least 35% fat content)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for sweetness)
Directions
Step 1
Chill a mixing bowl and whisk (or whisk attachment if using an electric mixer) in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before starting.
Step 2
Pour 1 cup of heavy cream into the chilled mixing bowl.
Step 3
If desired, add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar for sweetness. You can adjust this quantity based on your preference or skip it entirely for unsweetened whipped cream.
Step 4
Using a hand whisk or an electric mixer on medium speed, begin whisking the cream.
Step 5
Gradually increase the speed to high as the cream thickens. Keep whisking until soft peaks form—this is when the cream holds its shape when the whisk is lifted but still has a slight droop.
Step 6
Be careful not to overwhip, as the cream can turn grainy and eventually turn into butter. Stop as soon as you achieve the desired consistency.
Step 7
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (251.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 878.5 |
| Total Fat 86.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 268.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 79.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.3g | |
| Protein 4.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 157.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 79.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories