Description
Ina Garten’s Make Ahead Whipped Cream offers a silky, stable topping that keeps its luxurious texture for days. Chefs can prepare this creamy delight in advance, ensuring a perfect dollop of sweetness ready to elevate desserts with minimal last-minute effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ⅓ cup light corn syrup
Flavor Enhancer:
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine heavy cream, corn syrup, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl, then use an electric mixer set at medium-high speed to whip the mixture until soft, billowy peaks form with a smooth, glossy texture.
- Carefully transfer the whipped cream mixture into a small baking dish or 9-inch pie pan, ensuring an even, smooth surface across the entire container.
- Mark the container with the current date and contents, then securely cover the surface with tight-fitting plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn and moisture absorption.
- Place the covered whipped cream in the freezer, where it can be stored safely for up to 14 days without compromising its quality or texture.
- When ready to serve, remove the frozen whipped cream from the freezer and transfer it to the refrigerator, allowing it to thaw gradually over approximately 24 hours.
- Alternatively, for quicker thawing, let the whipped cream sit at room temperature for 45-60 minutes until it reaches a soft, spreadable consistency, being careful not to leave it out too long to prevent spoilage.
Notes
- Chill your mixing bowl and whisk in the freezer for 15 minutes before whipping cream for extra volume and stability.
- Select high-quality heavy cream with at least 36% butterfat to achieve rich, luxurious peaks.
- Check cream temperature; it should be cold but not frozen to create perfect whipped texture.
- Drizzle corn syrup slowly while mixing to create smooth, glossy whipped cream that holds its shape.
- Experiment with different flavor extracts like almond or lavender for unique taste variations.
- Clean utensils thoroughly to prevent any residual oils from interfering with cream’s whipping process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 8.5 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14.5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg