Whipped Cream Recipe With Simple Ingredients
This easy whipped cream recipe uses just three simple ingredients: heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla. It’s quick to make, fluffy, and perfect for topping desserts, cakes, hot chocolate, or fresh fruit.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold heavy cream or whole milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Chill your mixing bowl and whisk in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes
- Pour the cold heavy cream into the chilled bowl
- Start whipping the cream at low speed using a mixer or whisk
- When the cream begins to thicken, add sugar and vanilla extract
- Continue whipping until soft peaks form and the cream becomes fluffy
- Do not overmix to avoid turning the cream into butter
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later use
Notes
Best served immediately for light, frothy texture.
Adjust sugar to taste or try flavored extracts like almond or peppermint.
Store in the fridge up to 24 hours.
