It only takes a few minutes and you'll have your whipped cream ready to top off any desert! Once you master this recipe, you can say goodbye to lackluster desserts and hello to a new world of deliciousness. Looking to take your desserts to the next level? Homemade whipped cream is the answer. Our fresh sweetened whipped cream can transform any cake, pie, cupcake or shortcake from a dessert that is good, into a dessert that is great! You will need 3/4 cup of whipping cream & 2 tablespoons powdered sugar. In a chilled medium bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed. Add powdered sugar before stiff peaks form. Beat ingredients until stiff peaks form. For added depth of flavor, add a splash of vanilla at the same time you add the powdered sugar. For best results, make sure to start with cold heavy cream & keep your bowl and beaters in the freezer until you’re ready to whip. Can be whipped by hand! We have been for 100 years the source for modern cooking instruction & trusted recipe development. Straight from our kitchen to yours, we share our passion for food, valuable test-kitchen wisdom & lifestyle expertise