Cool Whip Whipped Topping Cream Substitute
Transform your favorite desserts with this homemade Cool Whip Whipped Topping Cream Substitute—an easy, 10-minute recipe that delivers creamy, fluffy perfection without store-bought additives. Made with simple ingredients like heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and a hint of vanilla, this DIY whipped topping includes unflavored gelatin for a stable, pipeable texture that holds up beautifully in recipes and presentations. Whether you're topping pies, frosting cakes, or adding a luscious dollop to a bowl of fresh fruit, this versatile substitute is a game-changer for elevating your desserts. Ready in minutes, it's the ultimate homemade topping for all your sweet creations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Unflavored gelatin
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
Place a metal mixing bowl and the beaters of a hand mixer in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to chill.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the gelatin and cold water. Allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
Microwave the gelatin mixture for 5-10 seconds until completely dissolved. Let it cool slightly but not set.
Remove the chilled mixing bowl and beaters from the refrigerator. Pour the heavy whipping cream into the bowl.
Using the hand mixer, beat the heavy whipping cream on medium speed until it begins to thicken, about 1-2 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract while continuing to beat the cream.
Once soft peaks have formed, slowly stream in the slightly cooled gelatin mixture while beating on low speed.
Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat until stiff peaks form, about 1-2 minutes. Do not overwhip.
Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
880 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.0 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.0 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 87 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 10 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
