Sugar Free Whipped Cream
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Sugar Free Whipped Cream
Description
The Sugar Free Whipped Cream combines chilled heavy cream with an optional low-carb powdered sweetener and vanilla extract. The mixture is whipped with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, creating a light and fluffy cream with creamy mouthfeel. The optional sweetener allows control over sweetness while vanilla provides natural flavor depth.
This whipped cream has a mild sweetness and smooth texture, achieved by stopping whipping at soft peaks to avoid overwhipping, which can cause the cream to become stiff and hard. Using a chilled bowl improves whipping efficiency.
This topping pairs well with desserts where sugar is not desired and contributes a rich texture without added sugars. It can be used on cakes, pies, or as a low-carb dessert garnish.
The recipe makes about 2 cups, and one serving of two tablespoons contains about 4g net carbohydrates. Adjust sweetness according to taste by varying the sweetener quantity or omitting it altogether.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream 240g, chilled
- 1 tablespoon powdered sweetener optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes until soft peaks form. For best results, use a chilled bowl.
Notes
- Use chilled heavy cream and a chilled mixing bowl for best whipping results.
- Stop whipping when soft peaks form to prevent the cream from becoming too stiff or turning into butter.
- The powdered sweetener is optional; add more for sweetness or omit for unsweetened cream with vanilla flavor.
- This recipe yields approximately 2 cups of whipped cream, with 4 grams net carbs per two-tablespoon serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 56 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 16g | |
| Calories | 56kcal | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0.4g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1% |
| Fat | 5.7g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6g | 18% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.