Emergency Whipped Cream
Need a quick fix for your dessert topping? This "Emergency Whipped Cream" recipe is a simple, 5-minute solution using just three pantry staples: heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Perfectly light, fluffy, and customizable, this homemade whipped cream elevates everything from pies and cakes to hot cocoa and fresh fruit. By chilling your mixing bowl and whisk beforehand, you'll speed up the process, achieving soft peaks in minutes with minimal effort. Whether you're looking for a last-minute addition to your dessert table or just craving a fresh, airy alternative to store-bought options, this recipe is a must-try! Best of all, it requires no cooking and can be stored for up to 24 hours, making it as versatile as it is easy. Ideal for bakers in a pinch and dessert lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Chill a medium-sized mixing bowl and whisk (or the beaters of a hand mixer) in the freezer for 10-15 minutes prior to starting for quicker results.
2. Pour the heavy whipping cream into the chilled bowl.
3. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream.
4. Using a hand mixer, stand mixer, or a hand whisk, beat the mixture on medium speed (if using a mixer) until soft peaks form. This typically takes 2-4 minutes.
5. For stiffer whipped cream suitable for piping, continue beating until firm peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip, as it may turn into butter.
6. Once whipped to your desired consistency, use immediately as a topping or refrigerate for up to 24 hours in an airtight container.
7. Stir gently before using if stored, as it may slightly deflate in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.0 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.0 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 9 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.
