Description
This Coffee Whipped Cream recipe is a quick and easy way to add a delightful coffee-flavored topping to your desserts and beverages. Made by whipping chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar and instant espresso powder, it forms rich, stiff peaks perfect for cakes, pies, hot cocoa, and more. The optional vanilla extract adds an extra layer of flavor, making this whipped cream a versatile and indulgent addition to your sweet treats.
Ingredients
Whipped Cream Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder (or instant coffee granules)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Chill the Bowl and Beatters: Place a metal mixing bowl and the beaters of your electric mixer in the freezer for 15 minutes to ensure everything is cold. This helps the cream whip up better and faster.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chilled heavy cream, powdered sugar, instant espresso powder, and vanilla extract, if using, into the cold mixing bowl.
- Whip the Cream: Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the mixture for 3 to 5 minutes until stiff peaks form. The whipped cream should be thick enough to hold its shape when the beaters are lifted out.
- Adjust Sweetness and Flavor: Taste the whipped cream and add more powdered sugar or instant espresso powder if you want it sweeter or with more coffee flavor. Mix briefly to incorporate.
- Serve or Store: Use immediately to top cakes, cupcakes, pies, hot cocoa, ice cream, or other desserts. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- For best results, make sure all ingredients and tools are well chilled before whipping.
- The instant espresso powder can be substituted with instant coffee granules, but espresso powder will give a richer coffee flavor.
- Do not overwhip the cream to avoid turning it into butter.
- This whipped cream is best used fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- The optional vanilla extract complements the coffee flavor and adds depth but can be omitted if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert Topping
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
