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Why organic yogurt? There are many benefits to buying organic: it’s made with less chemicals, is better for the cows, better for the farmers, and better for the Earth. The mixture might start to separate, which can be fixed with a whisk and brief whipping by hand if you prefer.Alex and I try to use organic yogurt where possible. Though whipped cream is best used right away for the ideal texture, I keep mine in the fridge all the time (about two days max) and it’s great for using for topping coffee, fruit, or naturally, eating with a spoon. I like this visual of whipped peak stages from Fine Cooking if you want more explanation.

This is where you pull the beater (turn off your mixer first) out of the cream and you get a nice defined peak, but the very top folds over. I usually aim for soft peaks and then whip just a bit longer until I’ve reached medium peaks. Beat any additions of honey in and/or continue whipping until the medium or stiff peak stage. Then, taste it, and add another drizzle of honey if you would like. Now, whip until the whipped cream has reached the soft and billowy “soft peak stage”. But, with that method it’s nice to have a friend nearby to trade the task back and forth.Īfter I’ve thickened the heavy cream, it’s time to add the flavor: honey, vanilla extract, and just a pinch of salt. A stand mixer works too.Īctually, I’ve even prepared whipped cream with a bowl and whisk plenty of times too. I start with cold heavy cream, a glass or metal bowl (you can chill your beaters and metal bowl if desired), and a hand mixer.

#Sweetened whipped cream recipe how to#

Pinch of salt – Here I used a tiny pinch of table salt to bring out the flavors even more.ĭon’t miss the step-by-step printable instructions at the end of this post! How to Make Honey-Sweetened Whipped CreamĬreating this whipped cream variation is simple. Vanilla Extract – In a recipe like this with so few ingredients, it’s best to use a high-quality (not imitation) vanilla extract. Learn more about raw honey versus regular honey from this article from Healthline. Honey – Any honey will work here (yes, even the honey bear kind!), but it’s a great opportunity to use a local raw honey for unmatched flavor. Use well-chilled cream for the best results. Heavy Cream – Use a high-quality heavy cream for the best flavor. If you aren’t sure if the honey will meld well with another flavor, you can halve the amount of honey used for a lightly sweet cream with just a hint of honey flavor. Honey Whipped Cream is great served on top of your morning coffee, over a bowl of fresh berries, as a garnish for parfaits, granola, cakes, cupcakes, and anytime you’d like to use it in place of traditionally-sweetened whipped cream. I’m already plotting the desserts I plan to develop with this recipe in hand. It’s worth making for the flavor experience. Not every recipe transitions so well from regular sugar to more natural substitutes, but this one really works.Īnd, even though it might be more wholesome than the standard recipe (or certainly the stuff in the can or blue tub), this honey whipped cream is delicious in its own right. You can select high-quality organic heavy cream and add a spoonful of local raw honey for treat that is indulgent, yet wholesome. If you avoid processed sugars, you’ll love honey-sweetened whipped cream.

If you are looking for traditionally flavored whipped cream, stick with a recipe that uses sugar. If you love the flavor of honey (or honey butter!) then this recipe will likely convert you too. By the second bite though, I was converted.

Even being fully aware of the fact that I had just added honey to whipped cream, the taste was still unexpected. I ended up scaling the honey back and ended up with this rich honey-butter-esque whipped delight.

So I went ahead and decided I’d adapt my usual whipped cream recipe and use honey instead of granulated or powdered sugar. Would it still whip? Would it taste weird? Or, worse, would it (gasp) taste like a healthy substitute wherein everyone would declare, “it’s good…for being healthy”. I wanted to change things up and wondered if honey could be used to sweeten homemade whipped cream. I mean, you’ve got heavy cream paired up with a bit of sweetness and a little vanilla whipped into a frothy billowy mass that deceives you into thinking it can’t possibly be high-calorie…because it’s mostly air, right? There is no way around it, the stuff is irresistible. Please note that this post contains affiliate links which allow me to earn a small commission when a purchase is made at no additional cost to you. Use this delicious homemade whipped cream on top of your coffee, fresh fruit, and desserts. A great recipe if you are looking to avoid processed sugars or just want to switch things up. Can you sweeten whipped cream with honey? You sure can! This resulting Honey Whipped Cream has such a unique and irresistible flavor.