Whipping cream

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Other Names:whipped cream, light whipping cream

What is Whipping cream

Cream that is to be whipped (whipping cream) or light cream needs to have a fat content of at least 30-36%. Typically if purchase "whipping cream" it will be light cream. In comparison, heavy cream must be a minimum of 36% fat.

In a recent search (2018) I see that Clover Dairy, for example labels their cream "heavy whipping cream" and it is 40% fat. After checking a few other brands, many do not even disclose the amount of butterfat they contain.

It is common for cream to be "sterilized" and this makes the cream take longer to whip. Whipped cream is used in or for topping desserts and sometimes for a dramatic addition to coffee. See heavy cream.

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If you are lover of whipped cream, check out our Twenty Ways With Whipped Cream, 20 delicious variations.

Substitute for Whipping cream

Evaporated whole milk, chill first then use a chilled bowl and beaters. OR use CoolWhip dessert topping

Equivalents

7 oz. can - pressurized can of whipped cream = 1 7/8 cups | 1/2 pint whipping cream = 1 cup (2 cups whipped)

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Milk and Cream

Freezing Cream
Cream can be frozen in a tightly sealed container for up to four months. The thawed cream is best used in cooked sauces. It can still be whipped up but it will take longer to whip and there may be "fat globules" in the cream which is less than desirable.

Nutrition Information For Whipping cream

Serving Size

1 cup, whipped

Calories

414

Calories from Fat

396

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat 44g

70%

Saturated Fat 28g

40%

Cholesterol 164mg

50%

Sodium 46mg

Potassium

90g

Total Carbohydrate 3g

Dietary Fiber 0g

Sugars 0g

Protein 2g

Vitamin A 0%	•	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%	•	Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Whipping cream Recipes

Lavender Scented Pots de Creme
This delicate Lavender Scented Pots de Creme dessert is scented with dried lavender flowers. The flowers are heated with the creme and allowed to stand to absorb the scent.
Key Lime Pots de Creme
I was experimenting with a key lime pie recipe when I came up with this Key Lime Pots de Creme recipe in July of 2010. These rich, tart little lime flavored custards are simply a variation on key lime pie. Light summery recipe.
White Chocolate Creme Brulee
White Chocolate Creme Brulee uses 5 egg yolks, whipping cream, and white chocolate. The creme brulee is prepared then bakes in a water bath for about one hour. It is best to chill it overnight then add the crisp sugar topping before serving.
Passion Fruit Mousse
This Passion Fruit Mousse recipe is from Hawaii and uses the large yellow lilikoi but you can use either passion fruit. The recipe simply uses passion fruit puree, whipping cream and gelatin.
Poached Trout with Vegetables and Caramelized Apples
Although Poached Trout or Salmon with Vegetables, Ginger, and Pinot Grigio with Caramelized Apples is a long name it doesn't take that much time to prepare. The vegetables include carrot, leek, scallion and celery.