With just three ingredients and two simple steps, making homemade whipped cream is as easy as pie! Store-bought whipped cream often contains artificial ingredients, creates unnecessary waste, and is expensive! Use this simple whipped cream recipe to top pies, fruit crisps, or even your morning coffee!
Culinary Tips for the Best Whipped Cream
We recommend using organic whipping cream if it is within your budget. Also, be sure to use real vanilla extract, not imitation vanilla.
Chill your bowl and beaters ~30 minutes before making the whipped cream for faster prep time. Don’t worry if you forget to do this or don’t have the time; the recipe will still come out great! Cold whipping cream will also help the recipe come together faster.
Look for soft peaks to know that the whipped cream is ready. Soft peaks form when the whipped cream clings to the whisks when lifted and fold over when the whisk is removed.
Careful not to overmix! Overmixed whipping cream will turn into butter. Still delicious, but probably not what you were wanting!
Ingredient Substitutions
We actually don’t recommend substituting any of the ingredients in this recipe. Stick to these exact ingredients for the highest quality homemade whipped cream!
Recipe Variations
If you want a touch of maple or honey flavor in the whipped cream, add 1 teaspoon.
Feel free to add a touch of sweet spice too! A dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, or allspice would all be delicious.
Flavor extracts can also be added; almond extract is one of our favorites.
Equipment Recommendations
Use these kitchen tools for recipe success:
You can also make whipped cream by hand using a regular whisk, but get ready for a good arm workout!
Serving Suggestions
This homemade whipped cream recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings or celebration meals. Serve on top of pies, fruit crisps, hot chocolate, or even your morning coffee! If serving with warm foods, wait until right before serving to add the whipped cream.
Pair with our frozen berry crisp for a deliciously satisfying dessert.
Storage Recommendations
Homemade whipped cream is best made right before you plan to serve it but can be made one day in advance. Store homemade whipped cream in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. It will lose some of its volume and freshness the longer it sits, but the flavor will still be there! Flat whipped cream is still delicious in coffee.
Homemade Whipped Cream
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 Tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add the heavy whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla to a large bowl or bowl of a stand mixer.
- Using a hand mixer on high speed or a stand mixer, mix for about 2 minutes or until soft peaks form. Soft peaks form when the whipping cream clings to the whisk when lifted. Enjoy!
