Learn how to make fresh sweetened homemade whipped cream with only 3 simple ingredients. With its light and billowy texture, whipped cream is the perfect topping for pies, cakes, cupcakes, crepes, cheesecake, trifles, and so much more!
After years of buying frozen whipped topping and cans of store-bought whipped cream filled with who-the-heck-knows-what, I can say with confidence that HOMEMADE whipped cream tastes 100% better in both the texture and flavor departments. Fresh whipped cream is made with just 3 simple ingredients and comes together in only a few minutes. It’s so creamy, so light, and so so so delicious.
However, both heavy and whipping cream may contain added sugars, depending on the brand, so be sure to check the nutrition label to avoid any confusion. Heavy and whipping cream are high fat products with a low carb content, which means they’re keto-friendly.
Whipped Cream Video Tutorial
- Electric mixer: handheld or stand mixer with whisk attachment
- Mixing bowl
- Cold heavy cream or heavy whipping cream
- Sugar to sweeten
- Pure vanilla extract (or homemade vanilla extract)
A Note on the Sugar: Some bakers swear by granulated sugar in whipped cream; others swear by confectioners’ sugar. If you’re only working with a couple Tablespoons, it doesn’t really make a difference. But if you’re working in larger batches, you may begin to taste the granules of granulated sugar.
You could also use brown sugar, and I love doing that for certain desserts, like pecan pie cheesecake.
Did you know? Because we’re sweetening the whipped cream and flavoring it with vanilla extract, this is called crème chantilly in French.
Can Whipped Cream Replace Cool Whip?
Yes. This homemade whipped cream can replace Cool Whip (store-bought frozen whipped topping) in recipes. Use the same amount.
The amount of heavy cream you use doubles in volume as you whip it. So if you need 2 cups of whipped cream, use 1 cup of heavy cream. (Plus the sugar to sweeten, and vanilla extract.)
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FAQ
Does whipped have sugar?
What whipped cream has no sugar?
Can a diabetic have whipped cream?
Does Cool Whip have sugar in it?
Does homemade sweetened whipped cream have sugar?
Homemade sweetened whipped cream typically contains sugar, regardless of the type you end up using. The amount of sugar added can vary depending on personal taste preferences. Some recipes may also suggest the addition of other sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a unique flavor profile.
What are the nutritional values of whip cream?
The whipped cream is a source of choline and fat-soluble vitamins such as, vitamins A, D, E, and K which are present in milk fat. The vitamins from whole milk can help to prevent osteoporosis and promote a good vision. However whipped cream is very rich in calories, each 100 grams of whipped cream contains approximately 300 calories, 30 grams of lipids and 20 grams of carbohydrates, thus it should be consumed in moderation.
Should whipped cream be added to sugar before whipping?
If you plan to use any flavorings, such as extracts, liqueurs, or spices, add them at the same time as the sugar. If serving whipped cream with fruit or chocolate desserts, our test kitchen adds a dollop of vanilla paste to the heavy cream before whipping. Take flavored whipped cream to the next level by infusing the cream prior to whipping.
How much sugar is in whipped cream?
Below we have provided the sugar content for some popular whipped cream products. Cool Whip isn’t real whipped cream but we put it on the list anyway due to its popularity. You will find that the sugar in the below products is two grams or less per two tablespoons serving. While two grams of sugar is not a lot, the serving size is small.