Quick Fluffy Whipped Cream Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert Topping
A quick and easy homemade whipped cream recipe that is light, fluffy, and perfect for topping desserts. Made with simple ingredients and ready in under 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5-10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 minutes
- Total Time: 9-15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup whipped cream (approximately 8 servings of 2 tablespoons each) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream (at least 36% fat)
- 2 tablespoons (15 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Optional: pinch of salt
- Optional: a few drops almond extract
- Optional: stabilizer like gelatin or cream of tartar
Instructions
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters in the refrigerator or freezer for 5-10 minutes until cold.
- Pour 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream into the chilled bowl.
- Start whipping on medium speed using a hand mixer or stand mixer. After about 2 minutes, soft peaks will form.
- Slowly add 2 tablespoons (15 grams) powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract while continuing to whip.
- Whip for another 2-3 minutes until stiff peaks form, where peaks stand straight up without drooping.
- Stop whipping and check texture with a spatula; it should be light, airy, and hold shape.
- Use immediately or refrigerate for a few hours. Re-whip gently if needed before serving.
Notes
Keep all equipment and cream cold for best results. Stop whipping at stiff peaks to avoid grainy or separated cream. If overwhipped, fold in a tablespoon of unwhipped cream to restore texture. For longer hold, add a stabilizer like gelatin or cream of tartar. Dairy-free version can be made with chilled coconut cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30 gr
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 0.5
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