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Homemade whipped cream in a glass made with heavy whipping cream

Homemade Whipped Cream

This easy homemade whipped cream is light, fluffy, creamy, and perfectly sweet. Made with just three simple ingredients, it's the perfect topping for desserts, pancakes, waffles, fruit, and hot chocolate.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup heavy Whipping cream cold
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Place the cold heavy whipping cream in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  3. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  4. Stop mixing once the whipped cream is light and fluffy. Be careful not to over-mix.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

  • Use cold heavy whipping cream for the best results.
  • A chilled mixing bowl can help the cream whip faster.
  • Adjust the powdered sugar to your preferred sweetness.
  • Keep refrigerated when not serving.
  • Do not over-beat or the cream can become grainy and begin turning into butter.