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Easy Vanilla Whipped Cream

Easy Vanilla Whipped Cream

Easy Vanilla Whipped Cream is a quick and simple recipe that yields a sweet, airy, and fluffy topping made from heavy cream, sugar, and pure vanilla extract. Perfect for enhancing desserts like pies, fruit, cakes, or beverages such as hot cocoa, this versatile whipped cream is effortless to prepare and customizable to your taste. Using natural ingredients and minimal steps, it delivers that perfect balance of creamy and light texture to brighten any treat.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 cup (serves 4) 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Optional pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Chill Your Tools: For the best results, start by chilling your mixing bowl and beaters or whisk in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes; cold tools help the cream whip faster and hold its shape longer.
  2. Measure Ingredients: Pour 1 cup of heavy whipping cream into your chilled bowl, then add 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. If using, include a small pinch of salt to deepen the flavor.
  3. Whip the Cream: Using a hand mixer, stand mixer, or a whisk, beat the mixture on medium-high speed. Start slow to avoid splashing, and then increase speed steadily. Watch for soft peaks to form when the cream holds its shape but still looks creamy.
  4. Check for Desired Consistency: Whip a bit longer until stiff peaks form if you want firmer cream that stands tall on desserts or cups. Avoid over-whipping, or the cream could turn grainy and eventually start turning into butter.
  5. Serve or Store Immediately: Once whipped, your Easy Vanilla Whipped Cream is ready to dollop on anything from pies to hot beverages. Alternatively, store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to enjoy it.

Notes

  • Use cold cream: Keep your heavy cream refrigerated until the last moment for easier whipping and better volume.
  • Do not rush: Whipping too fast can cause splashing or uneven texture, so build speed gradually.
  • Sweetness adjustment: Taste the cream halfway through whipping and adjust sugar to your preference.
  • Fresh vanilla matters: Use pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste instead of imitation for the best flavor.
  • Stop at stiff peaks: Watch closely to prevent over-whipping, which can separate the cream.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Whipping
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 5 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 1 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 0.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg

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