Heavy Cream Desserts You Can’t Resist (Try These Now!)
Discover everything about heavy cream! Learn its uses, best substitutes, storage tips, and delicious recipes for cooking and baking.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk or Hand Mixer
Ingredients
Homemade Heavy Cream Substitute
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for thickness
Classic Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream chilled
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- For the heavy cream substitute, melt the butter and let it cool slightly.
- Slowly whisk the melted butter into the whole milk until fully combined.
- For whipped cream, pour cold heavy cream into a chilled mixing bowl.
- Beat with a hand mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then continue beating until stiff peaks appear.
- Use immediately or refrigerate until needed.
Notes
Homemade heavy cream substitute works best in cooking and baking but not for whipping. Always chill heavy cream before whipping for the best results.