Whipped Topping Substitute
Elevate your desserts with this simple yet luscious Whipped Topping Substitute recipe, a homemade alternative to store-bought whipped cream that’s perfect for enhancing pies, cakes, ice cream, and beverages. Made with just three ingredients—cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and pure vanilla extract—this velvety topping is crafted in mere minutes and exudes a rich, natural sweetness. By chilling your mixing tools before whipping, you’ll achieve flawless medium to stiff peaks that transform any dish into a decadent treat. Whether you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing topping or a fresh, preservative-free option, this versatile recipe is a must-have in your kitchen arsenal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Chill your mixing bowl and whisk or beaters in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to ensure they are cold. This helps the cream whip more easily.
Pour the cold heavy whipping cream into the chilled mixing bowl.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the bowl.
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, begin beating the mixture on medium speed.
Gradually increase the speed to high and continue whipping until medium to stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes. Be careful not to over-whip, as this can turn the cream into butter.
Taste and adjust sweetness, if necessary, by adding a small amount of powdered sugar and gently mixing it in.
Use immediately as a substitute for whipped topping or store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
859 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.9 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.2 g | 276% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 237 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 81 mg | 2% | |
*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.
