Perfect Homemade Whipped Cream (Ultra Smooth & Stable)

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📝 Description

This homemade whipped cream is light, airy, and silky smooth—perfect for cakes, cupcakes, desserts, fruit bowls, and drinks. It holds its shape beautifully and melts in your mouth.

🛒 Ingredients

  • 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream (35% fat or higher)
  • 2–3 tbsp powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • (Optional) 1 tbsp cream cheese or milk powder (for stability)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Chill everything
    Place the bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Start whipping
    Pour cold heavy cream into the bowl and beat on medium speed.
  3. Add sweetness
    Once slightly thick, add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  4. Whip to soft peaks
    Increase speed and whip until soft, fluffy peaks form.
  5. Stabilize (optional)
    Add cream cheese or milk powder and whip briefly until smooth.
  6. Stop at the right time
    Do NOT overwhip—stop when the cream holds shape and looks glossy.

⭐ Pro Tips

  • Overwhipping = butter ❌
  • Use powdered sugar, not granulated
  • Perfect for piping when slightly firm
  • Keeps in fridge up to 24–48 hours

🍓 Best Uses

  • Cake frosting
  • Cupcake topping
  • Strawberry shortcake
  • Coffee & hot chocolate
  • Dessert jars

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