Homemade Whipped Cream

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This whipped cream recipe is so easy for anyone to make! It requires only 3 ingredients and comes together in less than 10 minutes.

whipped cream swirled on top of chocolate cupcakes

Simply, mix the ingredients together and you will have a smooth, fluffy homemade topping. No need to buy premade at the store.

It’s so easy to make this at home. Simply mix heavy cream, vanilla extract, and confectioners’ sugar until stiff peaks form.

You can also beat just until the mixture reaches soft peaks for a softer texture. It’s so easy you’ll tell all of your friends how to make whipped cream.

This is great for topping desserts such as strawberry shortcake and raspberry pie.


Why this recipe works

  • The powdered sugar can be adjusted to suit the sweetness you desire.
  • It can be flavored any way you like! I stay true to classic crème chantilly by adding vanilla extract.
  • It’s literally a dump-and-mix recipe. You can’t mess it up… Unless you overwhip it.
  • Homemade is so much fresher than store bought.

You’ll love how simple and fast this recipe is to make at home.

bowl of powdered sugar, bowl of vanilla extract, and glass measuring cup with heavy cream

What you need

Simple ingredients make up this easy homemade whipped cream recipe. Let’s discuss just a few of the key ingredients:

Ingredients

This is a short overview of the ingredients I used and why I chose them. The full recipe can be found at the bottom of the post!

  • Heavy cream: You must use heavy, not regular. The more fat content it has the more stable it will be as a finished product.
  • Confectioners’ sugar: This ingredient adds sweetness to the recipe.
  • Vanilla extract: This adds a sweet, woody aroma and flavor to it.

Equipment

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  • Mixer: You’ll need to use an electric mixer to mix the ingredients correctly.

How to make whipped cream

1. Whip until frothy

Combine ingredients and beat until just foamy.

mixer whipping cream in a glass bowl
  1. Combine cream, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla with an electric mixer.
  2. Mix on medium-low speed until just foamy.

2. Whip to stiff peaks

Then, continue beating until a stiff peaks texture is achieved.

  1. Turn electric mixer speed up to medium-high.
  2. Then, continue to mix until it forms medium to stiff peaks.
  3. Make sure not to overbeat because it will become lumpy and butter-like.
  4. Use immediately or cover tightly and refrigerate the whipped cream for up to 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions

Is heavy cream the same as whipping cream?

Heavy cream and whipping cream are not the same thing. The difference is in their fat content. Heavy cream contains 36% milk fat. While whipping cream contains just 30% milk fat.

Is heavy cream the same as heavy whipping cream?

Yes! The word heavy in the title means it is essentially the same product.
You need that heavy fat content in order for it to remain stable.

Can it replace Cool Whip?

Yes, homemade works wonderfully as an equal substitute for frozen whipped topping.

How to make a stabilized version?

To make stabilized whipped cream, you need to add one additional ingredient – gelatin, cream of tartar, piping gel, or cream cheese. Stabilizing it will allow it to hold up longer in the refrigerator.


Fun flavor options

  • Chocolate: Sift 3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder with the powdered sugar before adding it to the recipe. Everything else remains the same.
  • Strawberry: Mix all the ingredients to soft peaks. Add ¼ cup strawberry jam and continue to whip to stiff peaks.
whipped cream in black bowl with peach colored napkin in background

Storing & Freezing

To store: Use immediately on your dessert. However, you can cover it tightly and refrigerate 24 hours.

To Freeze: I don’t recommend freezing it unless it is already placed on or in your dessert.


Delicious ways to use whipped cream

This homemade recipe is so versatile. I love using it in so many of my favorite recipes on the blog, such as, the ones listed below.

whipped cream swirled on top of chocolate cupcakes
4.38 from 16 votes

Homemade Whipped Cream

This Homemade Whipped Cream recipe is so easy, anyone can make it! It requires only 3 ingredients and comes together in less than 10 minutes.
Prep Time :6 minutes
Total Time :6 minutes
Servings :16
Author :Jen Sobjack

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup (30 g) confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whip cream, confectioners’ sugar, 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.

Video

Notes

  • Make sure you are using cold cream. Warm cream will not whip to medium/stiff peaks.
  • If you live in a warm climate, chill the mixing bowl and beaters for 30 minutes before you whip the cream.
  • For stabilized whipped cream, add 1 ½ teaspoons clear piping gel.
Makes about 2 cups.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 59kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 4mgPotassium: 15mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 219IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.02mg
*Nutrition Disclaimer
Course :Dessert
Cuisine :American
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34 Comments

  1. Sarah a Taylor says:

    I have mixed together heavy whipping cream and the cream at the top of coconut milk,came out really good and had a perfect coconut flavor.

  2. Teresa Joudrey says:

    2 stars
    Should you chill you bowl and beaters?

    1. Jen Sobjack says:

      Hi Teresa! I never have but I do always use cold cream. If you live in a warm climate it’s a good idea to chill the bowl.

  3. My grandson and I made the homemade whipped cream and put it into our hot chocolate . I could never go back to store bought again Thank You?

    1. Jen Sobjack says:

      Homemade is always so much better!

  4. Can I substitute the sugar powder for cream of tartar?

    1. Jen Sobjack says:

      Unfortunately cream of tarter will not sweeten the whipped cream. If you don’t want it sweet then you can just leave it out.

  5. Sarah @ Champagne Tastes says:

    This looks so easy and simple! I’m not sure why I’ve never tried making it myself!

    1. Jen Sobjack says:

      It certainly is way too easy!

  6. I still buy the store-bought stuff sometimes, but it’s definitely just as easy to make your own! This looks so light and fluffy and perfect for topping on desserts! You just can’t beat the real deal 🙂

    1. Jen Sobjack says:

      You really can’t beat the taste and quality! Plus you have full control over how sweet you want to make it.

  7. Ami@NaiveCookCooks says:

    5 stars
    This is so helpful Jen!! Would be trying it soon! 🙂

    1. Jen Sobjack says:

      Thanks, Ami! Enjoy!

  8. Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says:

    There is just nothing compared to real whipped cream — SO MUCH better!