The Best Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe (2024)

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The Best Homemade Whipped Cream

This is BY FAR the best homemade whipped cream I’ve ever tried. It’s so easy to make, and it’s a dream to spread, pipe, and dollop. The best part is that it’s a stabilized whipped cream, which means it won’t deflate like homemade whipped cream normally does!
– Ashton

There’s something truly enchanting about homemade whipped cream – it’s the kind of simple luxury that transforms any dessert from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you’re dolloping it on a warm slice of pie or swirling it atop a steaming mug of hot chocolate, homemade whipped cream is the crowning glory that speaks of comfort and indulgence.

So grab your whisk, because we’re about to make every sweet treat more delightful with just two ingredients and a pinch of love. Stay tuned for the full recipe and tips to make your whipped cream as light as a cloud and as flavorful as a dream! 🍰✨

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Homemade Whipped Cream Secret Ingredient

Ah, what is the secret that elevates our homemade whipped cream to celestial heights? It is none other thaninstant vanilla pudding mix.

This unassuming pantry staple is what imparts a velvety richness and stability to this whipped cream. Just a tablespoon of this magical powder mixed into your cream before whisking adds not only a hint of vanilla’s warm embrace but also ensures your whipped peaks stand tall and proud, defying gravity and time.

So, when you’re looking to pipe whipped cream onto your desserts, remember this little secret. 🍨

And see below for my other tips to keep that whipped cream from going flat.

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Recipe Notes & Tips

For best results, chill the mixer bowl and whisk attachment in the freezer for about 10 minutes before mixing.
Depending on how you want to use the whipped cream, you can increase the amount of pudding mix accordingly. For example, you might like a thicker whipped cream that resembles frosting if you wanted to frost a cake or pipe onto cupcakes. I really prefer the whipped cream with the measurements I’m providing in the recipe below; but if you want to thicken the whipped cream, begin by adding 1/2 tablespoon at a time to gradually increase the thickness.
This whipped cream is easy to store in the refrigerator, just like you would store a tub of whipped topping from the grocery store. It’s completely stable and won’t deflate!
Use different flavors of pudding mix to create a variety of flavored whipped creams!

FAQ

What does “stabilizing whipped cream” mean?

A basic whipped cream recipe consists of whipping sweetened cream until peaks form, and it can be used as a topping or incorporated into a mixture.Stabilizing the whipped cream means making a slightly thicker mixture that will hold its consistency for more than a few days. It’s great for piping and decorating, because it won’t deflate or become runny.

Is stabilized whipped cream the same as Cool Whip?

Short answer: no.

Long answer: when I originally posted this recipe several years ago, I titled it “Homemade Cool Whip.” My intent was to provide my readers outside of the US a great, homemade dupe of Cool Whip since I use that product in so many of my recipes. And this whipped cream recipeis an excellent substitute for Cool Whip in any of my recipes. But the flavor is not the same, and stabilized whipped cream is a little thicker and heavier than Cool Whip.

Does stabilized whipped cream need to be refrigerated?

In general, whipped cream is best stored in the refrigerator. And it tastes better cold! However, it will hold up at room temperature for several hours if needed.

Best Homemade Whipped Cream

Yield: 4 cups

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp instant pudding mix, vanilla flavor

Instructions

Chill the bowl and whisk attachment of a stand mixer in the freezer for 10 minutes (I strongly suggest using a stand mixer rather than a hand mixer. If you DO use a hand mixer, be sure to use a large, deep bowl).
Pour all of the ingredients into the bowl and whisk on high for 5 minutes or until stiff peaks form.
Spread, pipe, or dollop! Keep stored in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Perfect Pairings

These are some my favorite recipes to pair with my homemade whipped cream. My family always thinks it’s a special treat when I surprise them with it on Sunday (when we have our weekly Belgian waffle bar)!

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