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Small Batch Whipped Cream

Learn how to make a small batch of whipped cream (or a single serving) using two different methods. One, with a hand mixer and two, with a mason jar. Enjoy!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Course Condiments, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 345 kcal

Ingredients
  

Make a Small Batch

  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream well chilled
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (use half the amount for less-sweet version)
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract

Make a Single Serving

  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon powdered sugar
  • a few drops of vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions
 

Small Batch (with hand mixer)

  • Ideally, chill a small metal bowl and the whisk attachment for a hand mixer for fifteen minutes in the freezer before preparing the whipped cream.
    Alternatively, use a non-chilled metal bowl or a small liquid measuring as shown in the recipe how-to above.
  • Using a hand mixer on low with the whisk attachment, beat the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla together until the mixture has begun to thicken. Move the speed up one notch and check the whipped cream frequently for peaks as it continues to thicken.
    This small amount can turn into butter very quickly, so keep a close eye and check frequently. Stop when the whipped cream is the desired consistency (soft, medium, or heavy peaks).
    Recipe as written will make a scant 1/2 cup.

Single Serving (with mason jar)

  • Pour the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla into a 4 ounce or 8 ounce mason jar. Screw the lid on tightly and shake for 1-2 minutes until the sound of sloshing is completely gone. Carefully check the whipped cream periodically until the desired consistency is reached. Enjoy!
    Two tablespoons of heavy cream will make about 3 tablespoons whipped cream using this method. You can use this method with larger amounts of whipped cream too--just be sure the jar is only about 1/2 with ingredients before starting.
Nutrition Facts
Small Batch Whipped Cream
Amount per Serving
Calories
345
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
32
g
49
%
Saturated Fat
 
21
g
131
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Cholesterol
 
101
mg
34
%
Sodium
 
24
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
86
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
13
g
4
%
Sugar
 
12
g
13
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
1316
IU
26
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
59
mg
6
%
Iron
 
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.