Basic whipped cream
Learn how to make homemade whipped cream by following these simple steps. Perfect for topping desserts or serving with fruit.
This recipe guides you step-by-step through making homemade whipped cream. Whipped cream is a staple in any kitchen, and preparing it is simpler than you might think.
Ingredients and directions
- Prep time15 min
- Cook time5 min
- Resting20 min
- Total40 min
- DifficultyEasy
- CostBudget
- Calories206 kcal/serving
- Cooking methodwhipping
- Estimated cost$1.23 $0.31 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 15, 2026.
- Vegetarian
Ingredients
people
- $1.21
- $0.02
Prices from US supermarkets for 1 of 2 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.
Directions
- Chill a bowl and the whisk attachment of an electric hand mixer in the refrigerator for 10 minutes. Use the whisk attachment.
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- Continue whipping until the cream thickens around the whisk and leaves visible streaks. Watch carefully to avoid over-whipping.
- Continue to whip in short bursts of 10 to 30 seconds until you reach the desired consistency, checking regularly. Stop immediately if lumps begin to form. ≈ 4 min
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
The bill
Basic whipped cream
- 25 cl of full-fat liquid cream, very cold$1.21
- 1 to 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar or powdered sugar (optional)$0.02
Total$1.23
that's $0.31 per person
Estimated price; varies by store.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 206 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 18.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 11.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 7.9 g |
| Sugars | 7.4 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Salt | 0.04 g |
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