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    How to make whipped cream by hand?

    Published: Mar 31, 2021 · Modified: Nov 1, 2022 by Abhi

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    Do not have an electric mixer! No worries, this easy-to-follow post will let you know how to make whipped cream by hand using a whisk just in 8-10 minutes. 

    whipped cream in a white bowl on a table

    If you are making your own whipped cream like me, check these cream recipes where you can use cream!!

    Homemade whipped cream is nowhere closer to store-bought in terms of freshness and taste. Homemade whipped cream is 100 % pure, and also you have control over the sweetness. If you are a true gourmand and also have time, why not make your own whipped cream.

    It is a general perception to whip cream by hand is a bit harder. In fact, it's easier than you might think. Even though I was a little sceptical before trying this technique, now I prefer making it at home like this only.

    It takes only 8-10 minutes to whip the cream, and you are ready with fresh, light and fluffy cream. I think I got hooked on homemade whipped cream as I make it at home each time I plan to top cakes or pies.

    So, without wasting much time, here I share my tips and tricks on how to make whipped cream by hand using a whisk at home.

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    • Ingredients
    • Important Things to Consider
    • How to make whipped cream by hand?
    • Storage
    • How to make whipped cream long-lasting?
    • Tips N Suggestions
    • Recipe
    • Comments

    Ingredients

    For making whipped cream by hand, you need the following items:

    vanilla essence, powdered sugar and thickened cream
    How to make whipped cream by hand - Ingredients

    Cream: ½ cup - Thickened (heavy) cream. Use a cream that contains at least 30% of fat content. In Australia, heavy cream is commonly known as thickened cream.

    Essence: 1 tablespoon (optional) vanilla essence. If you have pure vanilla, go for it, as it's like the icing on the cake! Although the flavour is optional, the presence of this makes a huge difference in the recipe. Just try! Check the difference and decide for yourself!

    Sugar: 1 teaspoon- I highly recommend on use of powdered sugar as it dissolves easily into the cream.

    Important Things to Consider

    1. The foremost important point to take care of while whipping thickened cream is its fat content. Ideally, the cream should have a fat content of greater than 30%. The lesser the fat content, the harder the cream to whip as it does not have enough fat content to trap the air.
    2. The other important tip to make perfect whipped cream by hand is to chill everything (whisker, cream and bowl) for mainly two reasons:
      • It keeps the temperature low, which helps incorporate air into the cream for a longer time and results in stabilized foam. 
      • It prevents the churning of cream into butter as whipping it at room temperature makes it a little warmer and may end up in butter.

    Keep the temperature low as far as possible to make perfect whipped cream.

    How to make whipped cream by hand?

    Watch the video to learn how to make whipped cream by hand just in a few minutes:

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    I start the whole process of whipping thickened cream by chilling a bowl, cream and whisk. I keep the bowl and whisker in the freezer for about 20-30 minutes.

    Next, to maintain the low temperature further, I keep the chilled bowl on the ice cube tray. An easy hack that helped me a lot. Try this!

    Once all is set. Combine chilled cream, vanilla and sugar in the chilled bowl and slowly whisk. (pics below)

    Image-1 Add chilled thickened cream into a chilled bowl and whisk with a chilled whisker.

    Image-2 Add vanilla essence.

    Image-3 Add powdered sugar.

    Image-4 Whisk until you get stiff peaks.

    steps for whipped cream
    How to make whipped cream by hand

    Once the cream starts to thicken up, and you get sturdy peaks that slightly droop down yet still hold their shape, it is the perfect time to stop whisking.

    And you are ready with fresh whipped cream you whipped by hand whisk.

    So easy! Right?

    cream in a white bowl on the table
    Whipped cream by hand

    Storage

    • Fresh whipped cream is best served immediately.
    • Use whipped cream within 24 hours as after that it starts losing its shape.(if not refrigerated)
    • Store the leftover in the freezer.
    cream in a bowl

    How to make whipped cream long-lasting?

    To make a whipped cream long-lasting so that it can hold a perfect shape, you need a stabilizer. Following are the few options to be used as a stabilizer:

    • dry milk powder
    • gelatin jelly
    • cornstarch
    • cream of tartar
    • pudding mix

    Generally, stabilizers are added while whipping the cream.

    Tips N Suggestions

    1. I strongly recommend using heavy cream as it holds the shape for a longer time than whipping cream.
    2. The cream you use should have at least 30% of fat content.
    3. The thickened cream should be chilled not frozen.
    4. Do not keep the whipping cream at room temperature. Refrigerate as soon as you prepare it, if not served immediately. The best way is to refrigerate the whipped cream in a piping bag.
    5. Remember that ½ cup of heavy whipping cream will double to 1 cup of whipped cream.
    6. This whipped cream will not last more than 24 hours. To make it long-lasting, add a stabilizer while combing other ingredients.
    7. And yes! The most important one; is not to forget to chill your bowl, whisk and cream

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    Recipe

    whipped cream in a bowl

    How to make whipped cream by hand?

    Do not have an electric mixer! No worries, this easy-to-follow post will let you know how to make whipped cream by hand using a whisk just in 8-10 minutes. 
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Cakes
    Servings 1 cup
    Calories 229 kcal

    Equipment

    • Whisk
    • bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup Heavy Cream
    • 1 tspn Vanilla
    • ½ tspn Sugar

    Instructions
     

    • Chill the cream, whisk and bowl by placing it in the fridge for about 20-30 mins before you plan to make whipped cream.
    • Whisk the cream slowly, add vanilla, sugar and whisk again.
    • Whisk till getting the stiff peaks.
    • Refrigerate it to serve later if not used immediately.

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    Notes

    1. I strongly recommend using heavy cream as it holds the shape for a longer time than whipping cream.


    2. The cream you use should have at least 30% of fat content.  
    3. The thickened cream should be chilled not frozen.
    4. Do not keep the whipping cream at room temperature. Refrigerate as soon as you prepare it, if not served immediately. The best way is to refrigerate the whipped cream in a piping bag.


    5. Remember ½ cup of heavy whipping cream will double to 1 cup of whipped cream.


    6. This whipped cream will not last more than 24 hours. To make it long-lasting, add a stabilizer while adding sugar to it.


    7. And yes! The most important one; not to forget to chill your bowl, whisk and cream.  
    Nutrition Facts
    Serving size: cup
    Servings: 1
    Amount per serving  
    Calories 229
    % Daily Value*
    Total Fat 22.2g 28%
    Saturated Fat 13.8g 69%
    Cholesterol 82mg 27%
    Sodium 23mg 1%
    Total Carbohydrate 4.7g 2%
    Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
    Total Sugars 3.1g  
    Protein 1.2g  
    Vitamin D 31mcg 156%
    Calcium 40mg 3%
    Iron 0mg 0%
    Potassium 51mg 1%
    *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.
    Note: The nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.
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    1. Arica Aspenson

      April 01, 2021 at 1:01 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for sharing your homemade whipped cream recipe! I always make my own too because it's so much better and it's super easy!

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      • Abhi

        April 01, 2021 at 1:39 am

        Yes, there is no comparison between homemade and store-bought. I'm glad to hear from you, Arica!

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    2. missusabe

      April 01, 2021 at 8:57 am

      I've tried to make whipped cream by hand before but failed miserably, I'll try with your tips next time!

      Reply
      • Abhi

        April 02, 2021 at 12:33 am

        I'm sure you would get the same results. Thank you!

        Reply

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