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Homemade Whipped Cream

This homemade whipped cream is light, fluffy, and perfectly sweetened, with just three simple ingredients. It whips up in minutes and tastes far better than anything store-bought.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional variations:
  • 1 –2 teaspoons cocoa powder
  • Lemon zest a pinch
  • Almond extract a few drops

Method
 

  1. Pour the cold heavy whipping cream into a chilled mixing bowl.
  2. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract.
  3. Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the mixture on medium-high speed until soft to medium peaks form.
  4. Stop once the cream is fluffy and holds its shape, do not overmix.
  5. For flavored variations, gently fold in cocoa powder, lemon zest, or almond extract.