Sweet and Simple: Your Go-To Whipped Cream Frosting
This Easy Homemade Whipped Cream Frosting recipe is a breeze to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a fluffy, creamy frosting ready in no time. It’s perfect for those last-minute dessert decorations or when you’re short on time but still want to impress. The texture of this frosting is what dreams are made of. It’s incredibly light and airy, making every bite feel like you’re indulging in a cloud of creamy sweetness. And unlike other frosting, this whipped cream frosting strikes the perfect balance. It adds just the right amount of sweetness to complement your desserts without overwhelming your taste buds.
Ingredients You’ll Need, Substitutions & Notes
Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities and detailed instructions (scroll down).
It’s Super Easy and Quick: This recipe is a breeze to whip up. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you’ll have a delicious frosting ready in no time. Light and Airy Texture: This whipped cream frosting is wonderfully light and fluffy. It adds a dreamy, cloud-like layer to your cakes, cupcakes, pies, and more, making every bite feel indulgent without being heavy. Perfect Sweetness Balance: Unlike some frostings that can be overly sweet, this one has just the right amount of sweetness. It enhances the flavor of your desserts without overpowering them, leaving your taste buds delighted. Versatile Uses: This frosting is versatile and can be used for so many desserts! It’s perfect for decorating cakes and cupcakes, adding a creamy layer to pies, or even serving as a dip for fresh fruits. It’s a versatile addition to your dessert toolkit. Fun to Make: Whipping up this frosting can be fun, especially if you have kids who love to help in the kitchen. Watching the cream transform into a fluffy, delicious frosting is always a satisfying experience.
In warm temperatures, the fats in the whipped cream can start to melt, causing the frosting to lose its structure. Similarly, leaving whipped cream frosting at room temperature for an extended period can cause it to soften and lose its firm, airy texture. This is particularly important if you’re serving desserts at a picnic, outdoor party, or in a warm room.
How to Manage This Con
Keep Refrigerated: Always store whipped cream frosted desserts in the refrigerator until they are ready to be served. This helps maintain the frosting’s texture and keeps it looking fresh. Serve Quickly: If you’re serving your dessert in a warm setting, try to bring it out just before serving to minimize the time it spends outside the fridge. Stabilize if Needed: For added stability, consider incorporating a stabilizer like milk powder, cornstarch, or gelatin into your whipped cream frosting. These ingredients help the whipped cream hold its shape better and last longer, even in slightly warmer conditions.
Heavy Whipping Cream, Chilled: The star of our recipe, heavy whipping cream is essential for creating that light and airy texture. Make sure it’s well-chilled to whip up to its fullest volume. Confectioners’ Sugar: Also known as powdered sugar, this ingredient sweetens the frosting without the graininess of regular sugar. It dissolves easily, ensuring a smooth, creamy consistency. This is my secret ingredient! Milk Powder: Although cornstarch or powdered gelatine can be substituted, milk powder is my favorite because it yields the best flavor and texture. It also helps stabilize the whipped cream, ensuring it holds its shape longer. Milk powder, also known as powdered milk or dry milk, can be found in various places, both online and in grocery stores. This is the one I use: Judee’s Pure Whole Milk Powder. Pure Vanilla Extract: Adds a touch of warmth and depth to the flavor of the frosting. Pure vanilla extract is preferred for its superior taste, but vanilla essence can also be used in a pinch.
Process Overview: How To Make Easy Whipped Cream Frosting Step-by-Step
Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities and detailed instructions (scroll down).
Food Allergy Swaps
Dairy-Free: To make this recipe dairy-free, you can easily swap out the dairy ingredients for non-dairy alternatives.
Chill Everything: Start with cold equipment. Place your mixing bowl and beaters or whisk attachment in the freezer for 15-30 minutes before you begin. This ensures your whipped cream will come together faster. Don’t Overwhip: Stop whipping as soon as stiff peaks form. Over-whipping can lead to a grainy texture. Medium Peaks: Whipped cream with medium peaks is a stage between soft and stiff peaks in the whipping process. The whipped cream will be thicker and more stable at the medium peak stage than soft peaks, but it won’t be as firm as stiff peaks. It should look smooth and glossy, with a slight curl at the top of the whipped cream when you lift the beaters. Stiff Peaks: To test for stiff peaks, lift the beaters. The whipped cream should hold its shape without collapsing. Be careful not to overdo it; whipping too far can cause the cream to curdle. Always sift the confectioners’ sugar.
Heavy Cream: Aim for a dairy-free cream with at least 31% fat content if possible. I love Flora Plant Cream, but I know is difficult to find in the USA. I have used Silk Heavy Whipping Cream Alternative with fairly good results. You can also use full-fat coconut cream. Milk Powder: This ingredient stabilizes the frosting. You can use 3 tablespoons of cornstarch or powdered gelatin (see recipe card notes for details). Bird’s Traditional Custard Powder is also a good alternative that adds a delicious flavor, but the frosting will be yellowish.
Variations & Additions
Chocolate Whipped Cream: Add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the confectioners’ sugar for a chocolatey twist. Flavored Frosting: For a unique flavor profile, mix in a few drops of your favorite extract, such as lemon, strawberry, almond, or peppermint. Colorful Frosting: Add a few drops of food coloring to match your frosting to the theme of your dessert.
Uses Suggestions
This whipped cream frosting is incredibly versatile:
Cakes and Cupcakes: Perfect for frosting and decorating. I use this frosting for my Easy Strawberry Shortcake Cake (Egg-Free) Pies: Adds a delightful creaminess to fruit pies. Check out my Easy Eggless Coconut Cream Pie (from scratch) and my No-Bake Eggless Chocolate Cream Pie. Fruits: Serve as a dip for fresh berries or other fruits. Dessert Topping: Use it to top hot chocolate, pancakes, or waffles for a special treat.
Storing and Freezing Instructions
I recommend using the whipped cream frosting immediately. If you need to store it for a little while, cover it tightly and store it in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours. It may lose some of its fluffiness when stored, but it can be lightly re-whipped.
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