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How to Make Whipped Cream

Make homemade whipped cream at home with just 3 simple ingredients! It's light, fluffy, and easy to make.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chantilly cream, heavy cream, whipped cream
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 111kcal
Author: Kasey Schwartz

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Add vanilla extract to a large mixing bowl along with the cream and sugar. Whip until soft peaks form, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Cover and refrigerate until needed.

Notes

  • Use cream straight from the refrigerator.
  • Chill bowl and beaters before whipping.
  • Beat just until peaks form — don’t overmix.
  • Add powdered sugar gradually for smooth blending.
  • For piping, whip to stiff peaks.

Nutrition

Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 23mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 437IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg