How to Make Homemade Whipped Cream

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whipping cream

Coconut cream is lower in calories, while whipping cream is often more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar can be less expensive.

Add 1.5 cups of heavy whipping cream to a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment.

Add 1/3 cup of powdered sugar to the cream.

Add 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the mixture.

Lock the mixer and start on low speed to incorporate the powdered sugar.

Gradually increase the speed after the sugar is mixed in.

Mix for 1 to 2 minutes, watching for the cream to thicken and increase in volume.

Check the cream for soft peaks, which should hold shape but not be too stiff.

Continue mixing for another 15 to 20 seconds until you reach firm peaks.

Check the consistency of the cream, ensuring it holds its shape in the bowl.

Optional: Mix for another 10 to 15 seconds for a thicker, pipeable whipped cream.

Transfer the whipped cream to a bowl for serving or storage.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 days.

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