How to Make Stable Whipped Cream with Cream Cheese
The Cream Cheese Trick That Will Change Your Whipped Cream Forever
If you love dessert recipes, you know the joy of topping fresh fruit or pie with a scoop of whipped cream. Whether spooned over berries or swirled into iced coffee, homemade whipped cream made with heavy heavy cream adds a special touch.
But there's one problem—it doesn’t last long. Without stabilizing, whipped cream will melt or separate. The easiest and tastiest solution? Add cream cheese!
Why Use Cream Cheese in Whipped Cream?
When looking for a whipped cream recipe with heavy cream that holds up for hours, skip the gelatin and stabilizers. Adding a little softened cream cheese (or mascarpone) gives your whipped cream structure and flavor. It’s rich, fresh, and surprisingly simple.
This works because both cheese and cream are high in fat, creating a stable and fluffy consistency. Great for cakes, pies, or fruit—this method is ideal for dessert recipes you want to impress with!
Ingredients
- 1–2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy heavy cream, chilled
- 1–2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
How to Make It
- Soften the cream cheese until room temperature.
- Whip the cheese using a mixer until smooth.
- Add a splash of cream to loosen it into a creamy base.
- Add sugar and vanilla (optional).
- Pour in the rest of the heavy cream slowly while mixing on low.
- Whip until stiff peaks form—usually 2–5 minutes. Don’t overmix.
Pro Tip: If it gets too stiff, add a little more cream and whip gently.
Where to Use It
This stabilized whipped cream is great for:
- Layering in cakes and cupcakes
- Filling tarts, pies, or eclairs
- Pairing with brownies or cookies
- Layering no-bake dessert recipes
FAQs: Whipped Cream, Heavy Cream, and Cream Cheese
What is heavy heavy cream?
It’s a common phrase for “heavy whipping cream,” which has a high fat content (36%+). It whips well and creates a rich, thick texture ideal for desserts.
Can I make whipped cream with cream cheese?
Yes! Adding softened cream cheese to your whipped cream recipe with heavy cream stabilizes it, giving it a thicker, longer-lasting consistency.
What’s the difference between cream cheese and mascarpone?
Both are soft cheeses, but mascarpone is creamier and less tangy. Either works well in cheese and cream based recipes like stabilized whipped cream.
Can I use this whipped cream on desserts that sit out for hours?
Absolutely. This method holds its shape longer, making it perfect for events, cakes, and hot-weather dessert recipes.
Can I freeze whipped cream made with cream cheese?
Yes. It holds up better than regular whipped cream when frozen and thawed, especially when used in layered desserts or piping.
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