Dreamy Vanilla Whipped Frosting
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Ready in minutes with no cooking required.
- Light & Fluffy: The perfect balance of creamy and airy.
- Versatile: Ideal for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or as a dip.
- Customizable: Add flavors, colors, or mix-ins to make it your own.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1–2 tbsp cream cheese (for tang)
- ½ tsp almond extract (for depth)
- Food coloring (to match theme)
- Sprinkles or shaved chocolate (for decoration)
Instructions
- Chill Your Tools: Place mixing bowl and beaters (or whisk) in the freezer for 5–10 minutes. Cold tools help the cream whip faster and hold its shape.
- Whip the Cream: In the chilled bowl, add heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Beat on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until soft peaks form.
- Finish Whipping: Increase speed to high and whip 1–2 minutes more until stiff peaks form. Do not overwhip, or it may turn grainy or butter-like.