Chocolate Whipped Cream
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Searching for the ultimate topping to elevate your chocolate dessert? Look no further! This luscious chocolate whipped cream is the perfect blend of smoothness and richness, bursting with intense chocolate flavor.
Since sharing my homemade whipped cream recipe, it’s become a beloved favorite among my readers. Over the years, I’ve received numerous requests for a chocolate twist, and I decided it was finally time to deliver!
I’m thrilled that this chocolate whipped cream turned out even better than I could have hoped. It’s luxuriously smooth, ultra-creamy, and just the right amount of sweetness, bringing the perfect burst of chocolate goodness to your desserts.
Whether you’re dolloping it on top of cakes, or pies, or just enjoying it by the spoonful, this luscious treat will elevate your dessert game to a whole new level.
Ingredients
For the ingredient measurements and the entire recipe, be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the blog post where the recipe card is located.
- Heavy cream: This is the base of the whipped cream. Look for cartons that say heavy cream or heavy whipping cream. They are the same thing!
- Powdered sugar: Powdered sugar or confectioners’ sugar sweetened the whipped cream without making it gritty. It also stabilized the topping so it will stay stiff.
- Cocoa powder: Look for unsweetened cocoa powder. Dutch-processed will also work for this recipe.
- Vanilla extract: As always, use pure vanilla instead of imitation for the very best results.
Step by Step Directions
For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the bottom of the blog post to the recipe card.
- Add all the ingredients to a bowl and whip until stiff peaks form.
- Use the chocolate whipped cream immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Tips For Success
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping! This little step helps your whipped cream thicken up faster and boosts its volume.
- Don’t forget to sift your cocoa powder! This ensures a smooth, lump-free whipped cream that’s perfect for topping your favorite treats.
- And remember, moderation is key! Over-mixing can turn your whipped cream from fluffy to grainy in no time. If you accidentally go too far, you can gently fold in a splash of heavy cream to bring it back to life!
- The best part? This whipped cream holds up beautifully! If you want to make it even more stable, just check out my stabilized whipped cream recipe for an easy guide.
Fun Ways to Use Chocolate Whipped Cream
Chocolate Whipped Cream
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup (40 g) confectioners' sugar
- 3 tablespoons (17 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whip cream, confectioners’ sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium-low speed just until foamy.
- Turn the speed up to medium-high and continue to whip until the cream forms medium to stiff peaks. Make sure not to overbeat, the cream will become lumpy and butter-like.
- Use immediately or cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
Notes
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping! This little step helps your whipped cream thicken up faster and boosts its volume.
- Don’t forget to sift your cocoa powder! This ensures a smooth, lump-free whipped cream that’s perfect for topping your favorite treats.
- And remember, moderation is key! Over-mixing can turn your whipped cream from fluffy to grainy in no time. If you accidentally go too far, you can gently fold in a splash of heavy cream to bring it back to life!
- This whipped cream holds up beautifully! If you want to make it even more stable, just check out my stabilized whipped cream recipe for an easy guide.
Nutrition
The nutrition information provided is for convenience and as a courtesy only. It is not guaranteed to be accurate because nutrition information can vary for a variety of reasons. For precise nutritional data use your preferred nutrition calculator and input the exact ingredients and brands you used in the recipe.