How to Make Whipped Cream

It's awfully tempting to just pick up a can of imitation whipped cream because it is convenient. But, what you're actually doing is compromising on the flavors. Making whipped cream at home is quite simple and if you read the rest of the article, you'll see the truth.

Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe

While making whipped cream, you can use either granulated or confectioners' sugar. For the latter, remember to sift it before adding to the cream.

Classic Whipped Cream


Total Time - 5 mins
Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream, cold
• 2 oz granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions
You can use an electric blender or whisk the cold heavy cream in a stainless steel bowl. You need to beat the heavy cream until it begins to thicken (if using an electric beater, keep it on medium speed). This is when you will add the sugar and vanilla extract and whisk the mixture till the cream can hold stiff peaks. Don't overdo it and use the whipped cream in couple of hours. The cream will almost double in volume, so make adjustments in the quantities if you don't require a lot of it.

Flavored Whipped Cream Recipes

Apart from the classic recipe, you can add exquisite flavors to your whipped cream so that your desserts and coffee get that divine taste. But know this, not every flavors work well with one another. You need to be absolutely sure before you start tempering with the classic recipe.

** The directions for the recipes mentioned below will be similar to the one provided for the Classic Whipped Cream recipe. The only difference will remain in the ingredients. It makes approximately 4 cups of whipped cream.

Chocolate Whipped Cream
Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 cups heavy cream, cold
• cup granulated sugar
• teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Whipped Cream
Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream, cold
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
• teaspoon vanilla extract
• cup granulated sugar

Peanut Butter Whipped Cream
Ingredients

• 1 cups heavy cream, cold
• teaspoon vanilla extract
• cup granulated sugar
• cup creamy peanut butter

Holiday Spice Whipped Cream
Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream, cold
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
• teaspoon nutmeg, ground

Mint Whipped Cream
Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream, cold
• teaspoon vanilla extract
• teaspoon mint extract
• cup granulated sugar

Lemon Whipped Cream
Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream, cold
• 2 teaspoons lemon extract
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• cup granulated sugar

Using fresh whipped cream is the best way to enjoy it and taste its real flavor. However, if you are making a batch beforehand and wish to store it, cover in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator for about 2 days.