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Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe

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This homemade whipped cream recipe is a quick and easy way to make light, fluffy whipped cream with just three simple ingredients. Perfect for topping desserts, hot drinks, or fresh fruit, this whipped cream is sweetened to taste and flavored with vanilla extract for a classic and delicious finish.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1½ cups heavy cream (extra cold, can place in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes)
  • ¼ to cup powdered sugar (depending on how sweet you want your whipped cream)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Chill the tools: Place your mixing bowl and whisk attachment into the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes to ensure the cream whips up quickly and stays fluffy.
  2. Begin whipping: Pour the cold heavy cream into the chilled bowl and beat on medium to medium-high speed with the whisk attachment until the cream becomes bubbly and starts to thicken.
  3. Add sweetener and flavor: Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract into the cream mixture.
  4. Whip to stiff peaks: Continue beating on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat, as this can cause the cream to turn buttery.
  5. Store or serve: Use your freshly whipped cream immediately or cover and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Notes

  • For best results, keep the cream and equipment as cold as possible before whipping.
  • Do not overbeat the cream to avoid it turning into butter.
  • You can adjust the powdered sugar amount to your preferred sweetness level.
  • If storing, give the whipped cream a quick whisk before using again.

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