Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavor of Chocolate Whipped Cream. This easy-to-make topping adds a luscious touch to desserts like cakes, pies, and hot chocolate. With just a few simple ingredients, you can elevate any sweet treat with this homemade delight.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together powdered sugar and cocoa powder to remove lumps.
- Add Cream and Flavorings: Add chilled heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Whip the Cream: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
- Whip to Stiff Peaks: Continue whipping until medium to stiff peaks form, being careful not to overbeat.
- Serve or Chill: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
Notes
- For extra richness, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
- This whipped cream pairs perfectly with cakes, pies, hot chocolate, or fresh fruit.
- If you need it to hold longer, add 1 tablespoon of instant pudding mix to stabilize.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Topping
- Method: Whipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
