Whipped Dessert Topping
Light, fluffy, and effortlessly luxurious, this homemade Whipped Dessert Topping comes together in just 10 minutes with three simple ingredients: heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and a hint of vanilla extract. Perfect for enhancing everything from fresh berries to a decadent slice of pie, this versatile topping is a must-have in your dessert arsenal. The key to its dreamy texture is chilling the bowl and beaters beforehand, ensuring the cream whips up beautifully into soft peaks. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this quick, no-cook recipe is a foolproof way to elevate your desserts with a touch of homemade elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Chill a medium-sized mixing bowl and the whisk attachment of a stand mixer (or handheld mixer beaters) in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to ensure the cream stays cold during whipping.
Pour the heavy whipping cream into the chilled bowl.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream.
Using a stand mixer or handheld mixer on medium-high speed, begin whipping the mixture. Start the mixer on low speed and gradually increase to avoid splattering.
Continue whipping for about 3-5 minutes, or until soft peaks form. To check for soft peaks, lift the whisk out of the cream; the peaks should gently hold their shape and then curl over slightly at the tips.
Be careful not to overwhip, as this can cause the cream to turn grainy or start forming butter.
Use the whipped dessert topping immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
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.
