5 from 21 votes
Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe
This homemade whipped cream combines cold heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract to create a classic, smooth topping. Whipped until stiff peaks form, it becomes airy and creamy, ideal for desserts or fresh berries. The cold ingredients and whipping technique ensure a light texture without being runny or overly dense.
Prep Time
15 mins
Servings:
4
cups
Calories:
509 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
French, American
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream cold
- ½ cup granulated sugar or 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add the cold cream to a stand mixer with the whisk attachment along with the sugar and vanilla.
- Whip on medium-high speed for 2-4 minutes or until stiff peaks are formed.
- Cool until ready to use or serve.
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Notes
- Chill cream and equipment before whipping for better volume and texture.
- Store whipped cream covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can make it 1 day ahead or up to 3 days ahead if stabilized with gelatin.
- Whip by hand with a whisk or use an electric hand mixer if a stand mixer isn't available.
- Enjoy it simply with fresh berries if not adding to other desserts.
Nutrition Information
Calories
509kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
44g
(68%)
Saturated Fat
27g
(135%)
Cholesterol
163mg
(54%)
Sodium
46mg
(2%)
Potassium
89mg
(2%)
Sugar
25g
(50%)
Vitamin A
1749IU
(35%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
77mg
(8%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 509
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 509kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 44g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat | 27g | 135% |
| Cholesterol | 163mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 46mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 89mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 1749IU | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.